Nehemiah 11:2

New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition 2021

And the people blessed all those who willingly offered to live in Jerusalem.

Cross References

Nehemiah 7:4

The city was wide and large, but the people within it were few, and no houses had been built.

Job 29:13

The blessing of the wretched came upon me, and I caused the widow’s heart to sing for joy.

Job 31:20

whose loins have not blessed me, and who was not warmed with the fleece of my sheep;

Psalm 110:3

Your people will offer themselves willingly on the day you lead your forces on the holy mountains. From the womb of the morning, like dew, your youth will come to you.

Psalm 122:6

Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May they prosper who love you.

Deuteronomy 24:13

You shall give the pledge back by sunset, so that your neighbor may sleep in the cloak and bless you, and it will be to your credit before the Lord your God.

Judges 5:9

My heart goes out to the commanders of Israel who offered themselves willingly among the people. Bless the Lord.