Nehemiah Chapter 8 Flashcards

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Where did all the people gather as one man according to Nehemiah 8:1?

Before the Water Gate

Who did the people tell to bring the Book of the Law of Moses that the Lord had commanded Israel?

Ezra the scribe

When did Ezra bring the Law before the assembly according to Nehemiah 8:2?

The 1st day of the 7th month

How long did Ezra read from the Law and where did he face according to Nehemiah 8:3?

He read from early morning to midday and was facing the square before the Water Gate Signup and view all the answers

Who was in the assembly who heard the reading from the Law by Ezra according to Nehemiah 8:3?

Men and women and those who could understand Signup and view all the answers

How did the people respond to the reading of the Book of the Law according to Nehemiah 8:3?

The ears of all the people were attentive Signup and view all the answers

What did Ezra stand on to read the Book of the Law according to Nehemiah 8:4?

A wooden platform made for the purpose Signup and view all the answers

What did the people do when Ezra opened the Book of the Law according to Nehemiah 8:5?

All the people stood Signup and view all the answers

How did the people answer when Ezra blessed the Lord, the great God according to Nehemiah 8:6?

They said 'Amen, Amen' and lifted up their hands Signup and view all the answers

The people bowed their heads and did what according to Nehemiah 8:6?

Worshipped the Lord with their faces to the ground Signup and view all the answers

What did the Levites do while the people remained in their places according to Nehemiah 8:7?

They helped the people to understand the Law Signup and view all the answers

Who told the people 'This day is holy to the Lord your God; do not mourn or weep' according to Nehemiah 8:9?

Nehemiah the governor, Ezra the priest and scribe, and the Levites who taught the people Signup and view all the answers

What did the people do when they heard the words of the Law according to Nehemiah 8:9?

They wept Signup and view all the answers

Ezra told the people to go their way and do what after the reading of the Law according to Nehemiah 8:10?

Eat the fat and drink sweet wine and send portions to anyone who has nothing ready Signup and view all the answers

Why did Ezra tell the people not to be grieved in Nehemiah 8:10?

For the joy of the Lord is your strength Signup and view all the answers

Who calmed all the people by saying 'Be quiet, for this day is holy; do not be grieved' according to Nehemiah 8:11?

The Levites Signup and view all the answers

Why did the people go their way to eat and drink and to send portions and to make great rejoicing according to Nehemiah 8:12?

They understood the words that were declared to them Signup and view all the answers

Who came to Ezra the scribe on the 2nd day in order to study the words of the Law according to Nehemiah 8:13?

The heads of the fathers' houses of all the people, with the priests and Levites Signup and view all the answers

What did the people find Moses had commanded the people to do in Nehemiah 8:14?

They should dwell in booths during the feast of the 7th month Signup and view all the answers

What were the people to make the booths out of according to Nehemiah 8:15?

Branches of olive, wild olive, myrtle, palm, and other leafy trees Signup and view all the answers

Where did the people make booths according to Nehemiah 8:16?

On their roofs, in their courts, in the courts of the house of God, the square at the Water Gate, and the square at the Gate of Ephraim Signup and view all the answers

How long had it been since the people of Israel had made and lived in booths during the feast of the 7th month according to Nehemiah 8:17?

Since the days of Jeshua the son of Nun to that day Signup and view all the answers

What happened when the people made and lived in the booths according to Nehemiah 8:17?

There was great rejoicing Signup and view all the answers

What happened every day during the Feast of Booths according to Nehemiah 8:18?

Ezra read from the Book of the Law of God Signup and view all the answers

How long did the Feast of Booths last according to Nehemiah 8:18?

7 days Signup and view all the answers

What did the people do after the Feast of Booths on the 9th day according to Nehemiah 8:18?

There was a solemn assembly, according to the rule Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Gathering for the Reading of the Law

The people assembled as one at the Water Gate to hear the Law.
Ezra, the scribe, was instructed to bring the Book of the Law of Moses.

Ezra's Reading of the Law

Ezra presented the Law on the 1st day of the 7th month.
The reading occurred from early morning until midday, facing the square before the Water Gate.
The assembly included men, women, and those capable of understanding.

People's Reaction and Worship

The audience listened attentively to the reading of the Law.
Upon Ezra opening the Book, all the people stood in reverence.
They responded to Ezra's blessing of the Lord by saying "Amen, Amen" and raised their hands.

Expressions of Worship

Individuals bowed with their faces to the ground, worshipping the Lord.
The Levites played a role in interpreting the Law for better understanding.

Encouragement and Celebration

Nehemiah, Ezra, and the Levites urged the people not to mourn, declaring the day holy.
The people wept upon hearing the Law but were encouraged to celebrate and enjoy provisions.

Festival Instructions

Ezra instructed the crowd to feast, emphasizing the joy of the Lord as their strength.
The Levites reminded them to be quiet and celebrate the holiness of the day.
The people's rejoicing stemmed from their understanding of the Law.

Continued Study of the Law

On the following day, leaders and Levites gathered to study the Law with Ezra.
They discovered Moses' command to live in booths during the 7th month.

The Feast of Booths

The people constructed booths using branches from various trees, setting them up in several locations including roofs and courtyards.
It marked a significant rekindling of tradition, as it had been observed since the time of Jeshua, son of Nun.
The observance led to a period of great rejoicing.

Conclusion of the Feast

Ezra read from the Book of the Law daily during the Feast of Booths, which lasted for 7 days.
The final day saw a solemn assembly as prescribed by tradition, occurring on the 9th day after the feast.

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Test your knowledge of Nehemiah Chapter 8 with these flashcards. Explore key events such as the gathering of the people, the reading of the Law, and the significance of Ezra's role. Perfect for studying or reinforcing your understanding of this chapter in the Bible.