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Nehemiah, 2

1. And it came to pass in the month Nisan, in the twentieth year of Artaxerxes the king, [that] wine [was] before him: and I took up the wine, and gave [it] unto the king. Now I had not been [beforetime] sad in his presence.

1. In the month of Nisan, in the twentieth year of King Artaxerxes, I was doing my duty as cupbearer. I took up the wine and gave it to the king. I had never been sad before the king in the past.

2. Wherefore the king said unto me, Why [is] thy countenance sad, seeing thou [art] not sick? this [is] nothing [else] but sorrow of heart. Then I was very sore afraid,

2. So, the king said to me, "Why do you look sad? You don't look sick. Is there something that bothers you?" I became hesitant.

3. And said unto the king, Let the king live for ever: why should not my countenance be sad, when the city, the place of my fathers' sepulchres, [lieth] waste, and the gates thereof are consumed with fire?

3. And I said, "May the king live forever! How could I afford not to be sad when the city where my fathers are buried lies in ruins and its gates are burned down?"

4. Then the king said unto me, For what dost thou make request? So I prayed to the God of heaven.

4. The king said to me, "What do you want, then?" I asked help of God from heaven and

5. And I said unto the king, If it please the king, and if thy servant have found favour in thy sight, that thou wouldest send me unto Judah, unto the city of my fathers' sepulchres, that I may build it.

5. said to the king, "If it seems good to the king and if he is pleased with my work, then may he send me to the land of Judah, to the city where my fathers are buried, that I may rebuild it."

6. And the king said unto me, (the queen also sitting by him,) For how long shall thy journey be? and when wilt thou return? So it pleased the king to send me; and I set him a time.

6. The queen was sitting beside the king, and the king asked me, "How long will you be gone? When will you be back?" I told him the date and he allowed me to leave.

7. Moreover I said unto the king, If it please the king, let letters be given me to the governors beyond the river, that they may convey me over till I come into Judah;

7. And I said to the king, "If it pleases the king, may you give me letters for the governors of the province at the other side of the River that I may travel to Judah,

8. And a letter unto Asaph the keeper of the king's forest, that he may give me timber to make beams for the gates of the palace which [appertained] to the house, and for the wall of the city, and for the house that I shall enter into. And the king granted me, according to the good hand of my God upon me.

8. and also a letter to Asaph, the caretaker of the king's forest, for I will need wood for the gates of the Citadel near the Temple, for the walls of the city and for the house where I shall live." The good hand of God was sup-porting me, so that the king gave me what I asked.

9. Then I came to the governors beyond the river, and gave them the king's letters. Now the king had sent captains of the army and horsemen with me.

9. I went to the governors at the other side of the River, and delivered to them the letters of the king. The king had ordered that I be accompanied by officers of the army and horsemen.

10. When Sanballat the Horonite, and Tobiah the servant, the Ammonite, heard [of it], it grieved them exceedingly that there was come a man to seek the welfare of the children of Israel.

10. But in Jerusalem, Sanballat the Horonite and Tobiah, the Ammonite servant, came to know of my arrival and it displeased them that someone had come to help the Israelites.

11. So I came to Jerusalem, and was there three days.

11. I came to Jerusalem and was there for three days.

12. And I arose in the night, I and some few men with me; neither told I [any] man what my God had put in my heart to do at Jerusalem: neither [was there any] beast with me, save the beast that I rode upon.

12. Then I arose in the night, accompanied by a few men, without telling anyone what my God had inspired me and what I planned to do in Jerusalem. Bringing along only the horse on which I rode,

13. And I went out by night by the gate of the valley, even before the dragon well, and to the dung port, and viewed the walls of Jerusalem, which were broken down, and the gates thereof were consumed with fire.

13. I went out by night by the Gate of the Garbage Dump, I inspected the ruined wall of Jerusalem and the burned gates.

14. Then I went on to the gate of the fountain, and to the king's pool: but [there was] no place for the beast [that was] under me to pass.

14. I went on to the Fountain Gate and the King's Reservoir, but my horse could not pass through anywhere.

15. Then went I up in the night by the brook, and viewed the wall, and turned back, and entered by the gate of the valley, and [so] returned.

15. So I went up, in the night, by the ravine. I inspected the wall and turned back, entering by the Valley Gate. So I returned to the house.

16. And the rulers knew not whither I went, or what I did; neither had I as yet told [it] to the Jews, nor to the priests, nor to the nobles, nor to the rulers, nor to the rest that did the work.

16. The counselors did not know where I had been or what I was doing. Until that time I had not yet told any of the Jews or the counselors, or the priests or the nobles, or any of those in public office.

17. Then said I unto them, Ye see the distress that we [are] in, how Jerusalem [lieth] waste, and the gates thereof are burned with fire: come, and let us build up the wall of Jerusalem, that we be no more a reproach.

17. Then I said to them, "You your-selves see the misery we are in because Jerusalem lies in ruins and its gates burned. Come, let us rebuild the walls of Jerusalem, and put an end to this humiliating situation."

18. Then I told them of the hand of my God which was good upon me; as also the king's words that he had spoken unto me. And they said, Let us rise up and build. So they strengthened their hands for [this] good [work].

18. And I recounted to them how the good hand of God had helped me, and what the king had told me. Everyone said, "Let us begin the work." And they encouraged one another to make this good work a reality.

19. But when Sanballat the Horonite, and Tobiah the servant, the Ammonite, and Geshem the Arabian, heard [it], they laughed us to scorn, and despised us, and said, What [is] this thing that ye do? will ye rebel against the king?

19. Sanballat the Horonite, Tobiah the Ammonite and Geshem the Arab heard of this. They laughed at us and came to tell us, "What are you doing? You are rebelling against the king."

20. Then answered I them, and said unto them, The God of heaven, he will prosper us; therefore we his servants will arise and build: but ye have no portion, nor right, nor memorial, in Jerusalem.

20. I answered them, "The God of heaven shall grant us success. We, his servants, are now going to build. But as for you, you have neither right nor inheritance nor anything to do with Jerusalem."



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Lábjegyzetek:

2:1-3 - Nehemiah expresses his sorrow to King Artaxerxes over the condition of Jerusalem. His sincerity and compassion for the things of God move the king's heart. This is an example of how God can use rulers to accomplish His purposes (see also Proverbs 21:1 and Esther 5:2).

2:4-5 - Nehemiah prays briefly before speaking to the king, demonstrating the importance of depending on God in every situation. His prayer reflects a life dedicated to constant communion with God (see also 1 Thessalonians 5:17 and Philippians 4:6).

2:6-8 - The king grants Nehemiah permission and resources to rebuild Jerusalem, evidencing God's hand in the situation. Divine favor is manifested even in the midst of foreign kings (see also Ezra 7:27-28 and Isaiah 45:13).

2:11-16 - Nehemiah secretly inspects Jerusalem's walls before beginning the rebuilding, demonstrating his discernment and wisdom. He takes time to assess the situation before acting (see also Proverbs 24:3-4 and Luke 14:28-30).

2:17-20 - Nehemiah calls the people to rebuild, emphasizing that God's work requires cooperation. He also faces the opposition of Sanballat and Tobiah with faith and determination, trusting in divine protection (see also Ezra 4:1-3 and Ephesians 6:10-11).

Kapcsolódó versek Nehemiah, 2:

Nehemiah chapter 2 marks the beginning of the reconstruction mission. How does God open doors for His servant? This inspiring text recounts Nehemiah's dialogue with King Artaxerxes, his journey to Jerusalem, and his nightly inspection of the walls. The chapter highlights Nehemiah's wisdom in planning and his courage in the face of initial opposition. Nehemiah 2 demonstrates how God uses people in strategic positions to accomplish His purposes. Consider with us five biblical passages that relate to the themes of leadership and vision present in this crucial chapter.

Proverbs 21:1: "The king's heart is like a river controlled by the Lord; he directs it wherever he wants." - This proverb reflects Nehemiah's experience with the king in Nehemiah 2:1-8, where God moves the king's heart to favor Nehemiah.

Ezra 7:27-28: "Blessed be the Lord, the God of our ancestors, who put it into the king's heart to honor the temple of the Lord in Jerusalem in this way and who allowed me to receive such high regard from the king, his counselors and all his powerful officials . As the hand of the Lord my God was upon me, I felt encouraged and gathered some leaders of Israel to come back with me." - Ezra's experience echoes that of Nehemiah in Nehemiah 2:8, recognizing God's hand in royal approval.

Psalms 122:6-7: "Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: 'May those who love you live in safety! May there be peace within your walls and security in your citadels.'" - This psalm reflects Nehemiah's desire to rebuild and protect Jerusalem, as seen in Nehemiah 2:11-20.

2 Corinthians 5:7: "Because we live by faith, not by what we see." - This verse captures Nehemiah's attitude in Nehemiah 2:12, where he acts out of faith in the vision God gave him.

James 1:5: "If any of you lacks wisdom, ask God, who gives it to all freely and willingly; and it will be granted to you." - This principle is exemplified in the life of Nehemiah in Nehemiah 2:4-5, where he asks God for wisdom before speaking to the king.

FAQ:

How did Nehemiah get support to rebuild the walls?

Nehemiah, with the support of King Artaxerxes, secured the necessary resources for the rebuilding. He presented his plan to the leaders of Jerusalem, who enthusiastically accepted the mission. (Nehemiah 2:17-18)

What challenges did Nehemiah face when rebuilding the walls?

Nehemiah faced opposition from Sanballat, Tobiah, and other enemies who tried to discredit and sabotage the work. However, Nehemiah remained steadfast in his mission, trusting in God. (Nehemiah 2:19-20)

How did Nehemiah encourage the people to work on rebuilding?

Nehemiah inspired the people by sharing God's vision for Jerusalem and showing that the mission was part of a divine plan. He encouraged them to work together with determination. (Nehemiah 2:17-18)

What does the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem mean for the people of Israel?

The rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls symbolized the restoration of Israel's dignity and security. It was also a sign that God was fulfilling His promise of protection and restoration. (Nehemiah 2:18)

How did Nehemiah deal with enemies during the reconstruction?

Nehemiah remained steadfast in his mission, ignoring the threats of his enemies and focusing on the work. He asked God for protection and strategically organized his workers to ensure safety. (Nehemiah 4:9)


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