Nehemiah 4:1-7:6 Flashcards

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Who heard the Jews were rebuilding the wall according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 1?

Sanballat

What was Sanballat's reaction when he heard the Jews were rebuilding the wall according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 1?

He was furious and very indignant

Whom did Sanballat mock after he heard the wall was being rebuilt according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 1?

The Jews

What did Sanballat do to the Jews after he heard they were rebuilding the wall according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 1?

He mocked them Signup and view all the answers

To whom did Sanballat taunt the Jews in addition to the army of Samaria according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 2?

His brethren Signup and view all the answers

How did Sanballat describe the stamina of the Jews according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 2?

He called them feeble Jews Signup and view all the answers

What did Sanballat ask his brethren and the army of Samaria that the Jews would do for themselves according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 2?

Will they fortify themselves? Signup and view all the answers

What question did Sanballat ask concerning their worship services according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 2?

Will they offer sacrifices? Signup and view all the answers

What question about the time of completion did Sanballat ask according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 2?

Will they complete it in a day? Signup and view all the answers

What question about their building materials did Sanballat ask according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 2?

Will they revive the stones from the heaps of rubbish? Signup and view all the answers

How did Sanballat describe the stones that were left in Jerusalem according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 2?

Stones that are burned Signup and view all the answers

Who was beside Sanballat and started taunting the Jews according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 3?

Tobiah the Ammonite Signup and view all the answers

About what activities the Jews were doing did Tobiah mock according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 3?

He mocked their building efforts Signup and view all the answers

What animal did Tobiah the Ammonite use as an illustration according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 3?

A fox Signup and view all the answers

What did Tobiah think would happen if a fox went up on the wall of Jerusalem according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 3?

He will break down their stone wall Signup and view all the answers

To whom did Nehemiah talk after he heard what Sanballat and Tobiah were saying according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 4?

God Signup and view all the answers

What did Nehemiah tell God was the reaction of the surrounding people to them rebuilding the wall according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 4?

They are despised Signup and view all the answers

What did Nehemiah ask God to do to Sanballat and Tobiah according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 4?

Turn their reproach on their own heads Signup and view all the answers

What additional request did Nehemiah make regarding Sanballat and Tobiah according to Nehemiah chapter 4 verse 4?

Give them as plunder to a land of captivity Signup and view all the answers

What did Nehemiah ask God to have happen to Sanballat and Tobiah in addition to turning their reproach on their own heads?

Give them as plunder Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Nehemiah Chapter 4 Overview

Sanballat heard the Jews were rebuilding the wall, leading to his furious and indignant reaction.
He mocked the Jews, challenging their efforts and expressing disdain for their abilities and materials.

Sanballat's Mockery and Questions

Sanballat taunted the Jews before his brethren and the army of Samaria.
He described the Jews as "feeble," questioning their stamina and commitment.
Five rhetorical questions posed by Sanballat included doubts about the Jews' ability to fortify themselves, offer sacrifices, complete the wall in a day, and revive the burned stones from rubbish.

Tobiah's Mocking Response

Tobiah the Ammonite joined Sanballat in mocking the Jews, claiming their construction efforts were so weak that even a fox could break down the wall.
His remarks diminished the perceived strength of the Jews' work and illustrated the ridicule they faced from their enemies.

Nehemiah's Prayer and Response

In response to the mockery, Nehemiah called upon God for help and voiced the despair of the Jews in the face of derision.
Nehemiah asked God to turn the reproach of Sanballat and Tobiah back on themselves and to deliver them as plunder to a land of captivity.

Key Themes

The rebuilding of the wall symbolizes the resilience of the Jewish people despite external mockery and opposition.
Sanballat and Tobiah represent the forces working against the Jews, highlighting the theme of perseverance in the face of ridicule.
Nehemiah's prayer emphasizes reliance on divine aid during challenging times, showing the importance of faith in leadership and community efforts.

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Test your knowledge on Nehemiah chapters 4 through 7 with these flashcards. Each card presents questions about key events, characters, and reactions during the wall rebuilding. Perfect for those studying this biblical text.