began to be: Leviticus 23:22
I commanded: Nehemiah 7:3; Exodus 31:14-17; Jeremiah 17:19-22
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Nehemiah 13:19
Nehemiah 13:19
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NEHEMIAH'S EFFORTS FOR THE REFORM OF RELIGION (Nehemiah 13:1-31). After having exercised the office of governor for twelve years, from b.c. 444 to b.c. 432, Nehemiah had had occasion to visit the Persian…Nehemiah 13:1-31Nehemiah 13:1-31 · The Pulpit CommentaryThe blessing of God on an active life founded upon his word.
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