Nevertheless we made our prayer unto our God, and set a watch against them day and night, because of them.
But we prayed to our God and posted guards to watch for our enemies day and night because of the threat they posed.
The writer is showing that they combined prayer with practical action, trusting God while also taking responsible steps to protect themselves.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Nehemiah, the Jewish people had returned from exile in Babylon and were working to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem, which was essential for their protection and restoration as a nation. However, they faced intense opposition from enemies like Sanballat and Tobiah, who mocked them, plotted attacks, and tried to discourage the rebuilding efforts. Despite these threats, Nehemiah led the people to respond by praying to God and immediately setting up guards to watch day and night.
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