2. In verses 10–12, why are the people told not to grieve?
3. “The joy of the L ord is your strength” (v. 10) is not a trite statement. It is a powerful word about God’s protection, love, and commitment to His people. In spite of their disobedience, they could be forgiven and rejoice in God’s forgiveness.
How is “the joy of the L ord ” your strength?
DAY 5
Revival and the Feast of Booths Celebrated, Continued (Nehemiah 8:9–18)
1. What did the people do about what they discovered in the law? (See vv. 13–17.)
2. What was this feast about (Lev. 23:33–42), and what did God want Israel to remember through this celebration? (See Lev. 23:43.)
3. In Nehemiah 8:18, what did Ezra do each day of the feast?
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