Nehemiah 6:17
Nehemiah 6:17 in Multiple Translations
Also in those days, the nobles of Judah sent many letters to Tobiah, and Tobiah’s letters came back to them.
¶ Moreover in those days the nobles of Judah sent many letters unto Tobiah, and the letters of Tobiah came unto them.
Moreover in those days the nobles of Judah sent many letters unto Tobiah, and the letters of Tobiah came unto them.
And further, in those days the chiefs of Judah sent a number of letters to Tobiah, and his letters came to them.
At that time the nobles of Judah were exchanging many letters with Tobiah,
And in these dayes were there many of the princes of Iudah, whose letters went vnto Tobiah, and those of Tobiah came vnto them.
Also, in those days the freemen of Judah are multiplying their letters going unto Tobiah, and those of Tobiah are coming in unto them;
Moreover in those days the nobles of Judah sent many letters to Tobiah, and Tobiah’s letters came to them.
Moreover, in those days the nobles of Judah sent many letters to Tobiah, and the letters of Tobiah came to them.
Moreover in those days many letters were sent by the principal men of the Jews to Tobias, and from Tobias there came letters to them.
During this time, the Jewish leaders had been sending many messages/letters to Tobiah, and Tobiah had been sending messages back to them.
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Study Notes — Nehemiah 6:17
- Context
- Cross References
- Nehemiah 6:17 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 6:17
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Nehemiah 6:17
- Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 6:17
- Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 6:17
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 6:17
- Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 6:17
- Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 6:17
- Sermons on Nehemiah 6:17
Context — Completion of the Wall
17Also in those days, the nobles of Judah sent many letters to Tobiah, and Tobiah’s letters kept coming to them.
18For many in Judah were bound by oath to him, since he was a son-in-law of Shecaniah son of Arah, and his son Jehohanan had married the daughter of Meshullam son of Berechiah. 19Moreover, these nobles kept reporting to me Tobiah’s good deeds, and they relayed my words to him. And Tobiah sent letters to intimidate me.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Micah 7:1–6 | Woe is me! For I am like one gathering summer fruit at the gleaning of the vineyard; there is no cluster to eat, no early fig that I crave. The godly man has perished from the earth; there is no one upright among men. They all lie in wait for blood; they hunt one another with a net. Both hands are skilled at evil; the prince and the judge demand a bribe. When the powerful utters his evil desire, they all conspire together. The best of them is like a brier; the most upright is sharper than a hedge of thorns. The day for your watchmen has come, the day of your visitation. Now is the time of their confusion. Do not rely on a friend; do not trust in a companion. Seal the doors of your mouth from her who lies in your arms. For a son dishonors his father, a daughter rises against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law. A man’s enemies are the members of his own household. |
| 2 | Matthew 24:10–12 | At that time many will fall away and will betray and hate one another, and many false prophets will arise and mislead many. Because of the multiplication of wickedness, the love of most will grow cold. |
| 3 | Nehemiah 3:5 | Next to him, the Tekoites made repairs, but their nobles did not put their shoulders to the work under their supervisors. |
| 4 | Nehemiah 13:28 | Even one of the sons of Jehoiada son of Eliashib the high priest had become a son-in-law to Sanballat the Horonite. Therefore I drove him away from me. |
| 5 | Nehemiah 5:7 | and after serious thought I rebuked the nobles and officials, saying, “You are exacting usury from your own brothers!” So I called a large assembly against them |
Nehemiah 6:17 Summary
This verse shows how some of the leaders in Judah were friends with Tobiah, who was against the work that Nehemiah was doing, and they would send him letters and get letters back from him. This was a problem because Tobiah was trying to stop the work on the wall, as we see in Nehemiah 6:19, and the leaders' friendship with him could have weakened their commitment to the project, similar to the way that fear and doubt can hinder our own faith and obedience, as warned in Hebrews 3:12-14. We can learn from this that the people we associate with and the relationships we have can affect our loyalty and commitment to God, and we should be careful to surround ourselves with people who encourage and support us in our faith, as encouraged in 1 Thessalonians 5:11.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the nobles of Judah sending letters to Tobiah?
The nobles of Judah sending letters to Tobiah indicates that they had a relationship with him, possibly due to his marriage connections, as mentioned in Nehemiah 6:18, and this relationship may have led to a sense of loyalty or obligation towards him, similar to the way King Solomon's many foreign wives influenced his actions in 1 Kings 11:1-3.
Why did Tobiah's letters come back to the nobles of Judah?
Tobiah's letters coming back to the nobles of Judah suggests that there was ongoing communication and correspondence between them, possibly discussing their shared interests or concerns, much like the way Daniel received letters and messages from King Darius in Daniel 6:1-2.
How does this verse relate to the completion of the wall in Nehemiah 6:15?
The completion of the wall in Nehemiah 6:15 is followed by this verse, which highlights the ongoing challenges and pressures that Nehemiah and the people of Judah faced, even after achieving a significant milestone, similar to the way the Israelites faced new challenges after crossing the Red Sea in Exodus 14:13-14.
What can we learn from the nobles' actions in this verse?
The nobles' actions in this verse teach us about the dangers of compromising our values and loyalties, as warned in 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, and the importance of being mindful of the company we keep and the influence they may have on us, as seen in Proverbs 22:24-25.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways do I compromise my values or loyalties to God in my own relationships or actions?
- How can I be more mindful of the influence of others on my thoughts and actions, and seek to surround myself with people who encourage me in my faith?
- What are some ways that I can maintain my integrity and commitment to God, even in the face of pressure or opposition from others?
- In what ways can I apply the lessons from this verse to my own life and relationships, and seek to be a positive influence on those around me?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 6:17
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Nehemiah 6:17
Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 6:17
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 6:17
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 6:17
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 6:17
Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 6:17
Sermons on Nehemiah 6:17
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Where Do We Go to Eat? by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson delivers a poignant message from Micah 7, addressing the spiritual famine affecting both ancient Israel and the modern church. He highlights the desperate cry of be |
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Pray Along With Agonizing Prayer by Andrew Strom | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the need for revival and urges the audience to pray for it. They express concern that if people simply go back to their normal lives after a |
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(The Last Days) Enduring in Love by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of focusing on being ready for the second coming of Christ rather than getting caught up in details or seeking after signs and wonders. The ke |
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False Prophets and the Broad Way - Part 1 by Zac Poonen | This sermon delves into the warning given by Jesus and the apostles about a great falling away before His second coming. It emphasizes the deception that will accompany this fallin |
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A Thankful People in a Reprobate Age by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of being a thankful people in a reprobate day. He reads from the 65th Psalm and emphasizes the blessing of being chosen by God |
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Dealing With Offence by Albert Zehr | Albert Zehr preaches on the importance of dealing with offence in the church to prepare for God's mighty move. He emphasizes the need to remove stumbling blocks that hinder believe |
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Watch by Tom Macartney | Tom Macartney preaches on the importance of watchfulness in the scriptures, emphasizing the need for vigilance, wakefulness, and spiritual alertness in our devotion to the Lord. He |






