26 Questions
Why was Nehemiah weeping and mourning after hearing about Jerusalem?
Due to the great trouble and shame the remnant in Jerusalem was facing.
What was the condition of Jerusalem as described by the men from Judah to Nehemiah?
The wall of Jerusalem was broken down and its gates destroyed by fire.
Who did Nehemiah pray to before fasting for the people of Israel?
The God of heaven.
What did Nehemiah confess in his prayer to God?
That he and his father's house had sinned against God.
Why did Nehemiah ask God to be attentive and open His eyes?
To hear Nehemiah's prayer for the people of Israel day and night.
What had happened to the wall of Jerusalem according to the text?
It was broken down.
Why was Nehemiah sad in the presence of King Artaxerxes?
The city of his fathers' graves was in ruins.
What did Nehemiah request from King Artaxerxes?
To send him to rebuild the city of Judah.
Who was displeased that Nehemiah had come to seek the welfare of the people of Israel?
Sanballat the Horonite and Tobiah the Ammonite.
Where did Nehemiah go to inspect the walls and gates of Jerusalem?
The Valley Gate to the Dragon Spring.
What did Nehemiah ask the officials and workers in Jerusalem to do?
To strengthen their hands for the good work.
Who mocked and despised Nehemiah and his companions for their rebuilding efforts?
Sanballat the Horonite, Tobiah the Ammonite, and Geshem the Arab.
Why did Nehemiah inspect the walls of Jerusalem at night?
To hide his activities from those who might oppose him.
Who granted Nehemiah permission to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem?
King Artaxerxes.
What did Nehemiah ask for in letters from King Artaxerxes?
Letters for safe passage and timber for construction.
How did Nehemiah describe those who delighted in fearing God's name?
His servants who had returned to God.
Why were Sanballat and Tobiah angry when they heard about the rebuilding of the wall?
They doubted the Jews' ability to rebuild the wall successfully.
What did Sanballat and Tobiah believe would happen if a fox climbed on the wall?
The wall would collapse immediately.
What did Nehemiah instruct the people to do when their enemies were threatening them?
Arm themselves and prepare to defend their families and homes.
What strategy did Nehemiah implement to protect the workers while rebuilding the wall?
He had half of the workers hold weapons while the other half worked.
What motivated the people to continue working on rebuilding the wall even when threatened?
Faith in God's protection and support
Why did Nehemiah instruct each builder to have a sword strapped at his side while working on the wall?
To symbolize their readiness for battle
How did Nehemiah ensure effective communication and coordination among the workers on the wall?
By sounding a trumpet as a rallying signal
What was Nehemiah's message to encourage the people when faced with threats?
Be brave and fight for your families, relying on God's greatness
How did Nehemiah ensure continuous protection for the workers during the rebuilding process?
By assigning armed guards on shifts day and night
What did Nehemiah ask the people to do to balance work and security during the rebuilding process?
Rotate between constructing and guarding with one hand holding a weapon
This quiz text provides an excerpt from the Book of Nehemiah in the Bible, where Nehemiah learns about the plight of the Jews who survived the exile and the state of Jerusalem. Test your knowledge on this biblical passage.
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