Nehemiah 6:7

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

You even have prophets in Jerusalem, claiming you are now the king of Judah. You know the Persian king will hear about this, so let's get together and talk it over.

Cross References

1 Kings 1:18

But Adonijah has already been made king, and you didn't know anything about it.

1 Kings 1:25

Earlier today, he sacrificed a lot of cattle, calves, and sheep. He invited the army commanders, Abiathar, and all your sons to be there. Now they are eating and drinking and shouting, “Long live King Adonijah!”

1 Kings 1:34

When you get there, Zadok and Nathan will make Solomon the new king of Israel. Then after the ceremony is over, make someone blow a trumpet and tell everyone to shout, “Long live King Solomon!”

1 Kings 1:7

Adonijah met with Joab the son of Zeruiah and Abiathar the priest and asked them if they would help him become king. Both of them agreed to help.

Nehemiah 6:6

which said: A rumour is going around among the nations that you and the other Jews are rebuilding the wall and planning to rebel, because you want to be their king. And Geshem says it's true!

Nehemiah 6:8

I sent a message back to Sanballat, saying, “None of this is true! You are making it all up.”

Acts 23:15

You and everyone in the council must go to the commander and pretend that you want to find out more about the charges against Paul. Ask for him to be brought before your court. Meanwhile, we will be waiting to kill him before he gets there.”