And it came to pass, that when all our enemies heard thereof, and all the heathen that were about us saw these things, they were much cast down in their own eyes: for they perceived that this work was wrought of our God.
When all our enemies heard about this, and all the surrounding nations saw what had happened, they were deeply discouraged and felt defeated. They realized that this work had been accomplished by our God.
This verse shows that when God's people complete His work, even their enemies recognize that God was behind their success.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Nehemiah, the Jewish people had returned from exile and were rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem under Nehemiah's leadership, facing intense opposition from neighboring enemies who tried to stop the project through intimidation and plots. Despite these threats, the walls were completed in just 52 days, showcasing God's faithfulness and protection. This verse highlights the enemies' reaction as they became discouraged, realizing that such a feat could only be accomplished through divine intervention.
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