2025 Study of the Book of Nehemiah #3

INSPIRING CO-WORK FOR REBUILDING THE WALL

Nehemiah 3:1-32

1. As you read the passage, take note of who did what for the rebuilding of the Jerusalem wall (1-32).
2. Where did this rebuilding project start and end (1, 32)? How did the priests and Levites participate in the rebuilding of the wall (1, 17, 18, 22, 28)? What is the significance of dedicating the Sheep Gate and the two towers (1)? Why was repairing the Dung Gate important (14)?
3. Who were the people who rebuilt the section of the wall near their own homes (10, 23, 28-30)? Who were the people who came from far away to help rebuild the wall (2, 5, 13, 16, 27)? Who were mentioned for their devoted participation in the rebuilding of the wall (13, 20, 21, 24, 27)?
4. Why are people of specific professions mentioned as participants in the rebuilding of the wall (8, 31-32)? Whose help did Shallum receive (12)? Why is it mentioned that Hanun was the sixth son of Zalaph (30)? Who is recorded as not participating in the rebuilding of the wall (5)?
5. Why did God record all these names and the work they did? Reflect on the importance of co-working to rebuild the broken walls. How do you want to participate in God’s work?