Nehemiah 2:9-3:32

Nehemiah arrives in Jerusalem with the backing of Persian authority and military escort, signaling the legitimacy of his mission (2:9). Despite early opposition and mockery from surrounding leaders, he quietly organizes the work. Chapter 3 then records the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s wall, detailing how priests, leaders, craftsmen, merchants, and families each repair specific sections. The chapter emphasizes unity, shared responsibility, and strategic cooperation, showing that the restoration of Jerusalem’s defenses was a communal effort marked by diligence, order, and devotion—even as some nobles refused to participate.