Nehemiah 13:29

Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))

أُذكُرْهم أَللَّهُمَّ لأَنَّهم نَجَّسوا الكَهَنوتَ وعَهدَ الكَهَنوتِ واللاَّوِيِّين.

What Does This Mean?

Nehemiah is asking God to remember those who have defiled the priesthood and the covenant. He is upset because these people have gone against the sacred duties of the priests and Levites.

Explained for Children

Imagine if someone took a toy that belonged to the whole class and broke it. Nehemiah is asking God to remember those who did something like that, but with very important jobs in the temple. He wants God to remember because it's a big deal.

Historical Background

Nehemiah 13:29 is part of the book of Nehemiah, written by Nehemiah, a Jewish leader who returned to Jerusalem from Babylonian exile to rebuild the city's walls. This verse reflects the concern over the purity and sanctity of the priesthood and Levites' roles in religious life.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, imagine a teacher who is responsible for guiding students but fails to do their job properly. This verse reminds us of the importance of upholding the integrity of roles and responsibilities we hold in our communities.

Topics

• priesthood
• covenant
• defilement
• spiritual leadership
• integrity
• God's remembrance

Related Verses

• Malachi 2:1-9
• Numbers 18:1-7
• Ezekiel 44:10-16
• 1 Chronicles 23:13
• Matthew 8:4

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to defile the priesthood?

Defiling the priesthood means doing something that makes the role and duties of a priest unholy or impure. It's like ruining a special job meant to serve God.

Why is Nehemiah asking God to remember?

Nehemiah is asking God to remember because he wants God to take note of the wrongdoings and consider them when making judgments about these individuals.

How does this verse apply to spiritual leadership today?

This verse reminds spiritual leaders today of the importance of maintaining their integrity and the sanctity of their roles, just as the priests and Levites were expected to do.

What are the implications of defiling the covenant?

Defiling the covenant means breaking the promises made between God and His people, which can have serious consequences both spiritually and communally.