Nehemiah Chapter 10 Study Questions
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Were the named people who signed the covenant in Nehemiah 10:1-26 the only people who took an oath to walk in God's law after they had returned to Jerusalem?

False

Who else took an oath and a curse to walk in God's law, besides the Levites, the gatekeepers, the singers, the Nethinim, and all those who had separated themselves from the peoples of the lands?

Priests

Who else took an oath and a curse to walk in God's law, besides the priests, the gatekeepers, the singers, the Nethinim, and all those who had separated themselves from the peoples of the lands?

Levites

Who else took an oath and a curse to walk in God's law, besides the priests, the Levites, the singers, the Nethinim, and all those who had separated themselves from the peoples of the lands?

<p>Gatekeepers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who else took an oath and a curse to walk in God's law, besides the priests, the Levites, the gatekeepers, the Nethinim, and all those who had separated themselves from the peoples of the lands?

<p>Singers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who else took an oath and a curse to walk in God's law, besides the priests, the Levites, the gatekeepers, the singers, and all those who had separated themselves from the peoples of the lands?

<p>Nethinim</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who else took an oath and a curse to walk in God's law, besides the priests, the Levites, the gatekeepers, the singers, and all those who had separated themselves from the peoples of the lands, including their wives, their sons, and their daughters?

<p>All those who had separated themselves from the peoples of the lands to the Law of God</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who else took an oath and a curse to walk in God's law, besides the priests, the Levites, and all those who had separated themselves from the peoples of the lands, including their sons and daughters?

<p>Wives</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who else took an oath and a curse to walk in God's law, besides the priests, the Levites, and all those who had separated themselves from the peoples of the lands, including their wives and daughters?

<p>Sons</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who else took an oath and a curse to walk in God's law, besides the priests, the Levites, and all those who had separated themselves from the peoples of the lands, including their wives and sons?

<p>Daughters</p> Signup and view all the answers

List the 9 types of people who entered into a curse and an oath to walk in God's law.

<p>The priests, the Levites, the gatekeepers, the singers, the Nethinim, and all those who had separated themselves from the peoples of the lands, their wives, their sons, their daughters, everyone who had knowledge and understanding.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Levites joined with whom else, besides their nobles, to enter into a curse and an oath to walk in God's Law?

<p>Their Brethren</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Levites joined with whom else, besides their brethren, to enter into a curse and an oath to walk in God's Law?

<p>Nobles</p> Signup and view all the answers

By what means did all the people promise to walk in God's Law, which was given by Moses, other than with an oath?

<p>Curse</p> Signup and view all the answers

By what means did all the people promise to walk in God's Law, which was given by Moses, other than with a curse?

<p>Oath</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Nehemiah 10 Overview

  • The covenant in Nehemiah 10 is an important commitment by the people of Israel to follow God’s Law.
  • A diverse group participated in this covenant, signifying a collective return to obedience to God.

Participants of the Covenant

  • The following groups took an oath and curse to walk in God's law:
    • Priests: Spiritual leaders committing to uphold the Law.
    • Levites: Assistants to the priests in temple duties.
    • Gatekeepers: Those responsible for maintaining temple entrances.
    • Singers: Individuals who contributed to worship through music.
    • Nethinim: Temple servants dedicated to the maintenance of the temple.
    • Wives: Partners in faith and commitment to God’s ways.
    • Sons: The younger generation included in this spiritual promise.
    • Daughters: Young women also involved in the family commitment.
    • All who separated themselves: This encompasses everyone who distanced themselves from surrounding nations to follow God's Law.

Method of Commitment

  • The promise involved both:
    • Oath: A serious vow made by the people.
    • Curse: A declaration of consequences for breaking the covenant, reinforcing the seriousness of their commitment.

Unity Among Levites

  • The Levites pledged their commitment alongside:
    • Their Brethren: Fellow Levites and relatives.
    • Nobles: Leaders and influential members of the community who supported the covenant.

Significance of the Commitment

  • This chapter highlights a critical moment of spiritual renewal for the Israelites following their return to Jerusalem.
  • Emphasizes the collective responsibility of all community members in adhering to God’s commandments.

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