NEHEMIAH 7

NEHEMIAH RECORDS GOD’S RESTORATION OF JERUSALEM

After the completion of the wall, Nehemiah appoints gatekeepers and priests as guards of the city entrances. Because Jerusalem is still being rebuilt, it is vulnerable and needs protection.

God gives Nehemiah the idea to record the genealogy of the Israelites who returned to Jerusalem from exile. Those without documentation were welcomed into the city, but were not allowed to be priests without the correct registration. God does not exclude anyone who wants to be a part of his nation, but provides higher regulation for those serving in the temple.

There were nearly 50,000 people and 8,000 animals restored to Jerusalem, showing the beginning of the fulfillment of God’s promise to collect the Israelites from among the nations and restore them to Jerusalem. Many of the Israelites provide generous donations to provide for the restoration of the city walls.