Moreover thou gavest them kingdoms and nations, and didst divide them into corners: so they possessed the land of Sihon, and the land of the king of Heshbon, and the land of Og king of Bashan.
You also gave them kingdoms and nations, dividing up the land for them to take. So they took possession of the land of Sihon and the land of the king of Heshbon, and the land of Og king of Bashan.
The writer is praising God for giving the Israelites victory over powerful kings and nations, allowing them to claim their promised territories.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Nehemiah, chapter 9, the Israelites are gathered for a time of confession and worship, recalling God's faithfulness throughout their history as they reflect on their past. This verse specifically references the conquest of the Promised Land, where God enabled the Israelites to defeat and take possession of territories ruled by kings like Sihon of Heshbon and Og of Bashan, as described in earlier books like Numbers and Deuteronomy. These events highlight God's fulfillment of His covenant promises during the exodus and settlement period.
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