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Nehemiah 8:8-10
International Standard Version
Nehemiah 8:8-10
International Standard Version
8 They read from the Book of the Law of God, distinctly communicating its meaning, so they could understand the reading.
A Declaration to Rejoice
9 Because all the people were weeping as they listened to the words of the Law, Nehemiah the governor,[a] Ezra the priest and scribe, and the descendants of Levi who taught the people told everyone, “This day is holy to the Lord your God. Do not mourn or weep.” 10 He also told them, “Go eat the best food, drink the best wine,[b] and give something to those who have nothing, since this day is holy to our Lord. Don’t be sorrowful, because the joy of the Lord is your strength.”
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- Nehemiah 8:9 Lit. Tirshatha; i.e. a Persian title
- Nehemiah 8:10 Or drink sweet drinks
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