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And all the wall was joined together to half its height, for the people had a mind to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/nehemiah/4.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />So we rebuilt the wall until all of it was joined together up to half its height, for the people had a mind to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/nehemiah/4.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />So built we the wall; and all the wall was joined together unto the half thereof: for the people had a mind to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/nehemiah/4.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />So we built the wall, and the entire wall was joined together up to half its <i>height,</i> for the people had a mind to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/nehemiah/4.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />So we built the wall, and the entire wall was joined together to half its <i>height,</i> for the people had a mind to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/nehemiah/4.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />So we built the wall and the whole wall was joined together to half its height, for the people had a mind to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/nehemiah/4.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />So we built the wall and the whole wall was joined together to half its <i>height,</i> for the people had a mind to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/nehemiah/4.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />So we built the wall and the whole wall was joined together to half its <i>height</i>, and the people had a heart to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/nehemiah/4.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />So we built the wall and the entire wall was joined together to half its <i>height,</i> for the people had a heart to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/nehemiah/4.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />So we rebuilt the wall until the entire wall was joined together up to half its height, for the people had the will to keep working.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/nehemiah/4.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />So we rebuilt the wall until the entire wall was joined together up to half its height, for the people had the will to keep working. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/nehemiah/4.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />So we built the wall; and all the wall was joined together unto half the height thereof: for the people had a mind to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/nehemiah/4.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The people worked hard, and we built the walls of Jerusalem halfway up again. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/nehemiah/4.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />So we built the wall; and all the wall was joined together unto half the height thereof: for the people had a mind to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/nehemiah/4.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />So we rebuilt the wall, which was rebuilt to about half its [original] height. The people worked with determination.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/nehemiah/4.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />So we went on rebuilding the wall, and soon it was half its full height, because the people were eager to work. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/nehemiah/4.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />So we rebuilt the wall, completing it halfway up, because the people were committed to working.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/nehemiah/4.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />So we rebuilt the wall until all of it was joined together up to half its height, for the people had a mind to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/nehemiah/4.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />So we rebuilt the wall, and the entire wall was joined together up to half its height. The people were enthusiastic in their work. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/nehemiah/4.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />So we built the wall; and all the wall was joined together to half its height: for the people had a mind to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/nehemiah/4.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />So we built the wall; and all the wall was joined together to the half of it, for the people had a mind to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/nehemiah/4.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />So we built the wall; and all the wall was joined together to half its height, for the people had a mind to work. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/nehemiah/4.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And we build the wall, and all the wall is joined—to its half, and the people have a heart to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/nehemiah/4.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And we build the wall, and all the wall is joined -- unto its half, and the people have a heart to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/nehemiah/4.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And we shall build the wall; and all the wall will be completed even to its half: and a heart will be to the people to work.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/nehemiah/4.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />So we built the wall, and joined it all together unto the half thereof: and the heart of the people was excited to work. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/nehemiah/4.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And so we built the wall, and we joined it together, even to the unfinished portion. And the heart of the people was stirred up for the work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/nehemiah/4.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />We, however, continued to build the wall, and soon it was completed up to half its height. The people worked enthusiastically.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/nehemiah/4.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />So we rebuilt the wall, and all the wall was joined together to half its height; for the people had a mind to work.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/nehemiah/4.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />But as for us, we shall continue to build the wall; and the people are building it, and all the wall is completed to the half thereof; for the people have a mind to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/nehemiah/4.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And we shall build the wall!” And they built it and the wall was finished unto its midpoint; then the mouth of all the people was opened to work.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/nehemiah/4.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />So we built the wall; and all the wall was joined together unto half the height thereof; for the people had a mind to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/nehemiah/4-6.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZsQrw7rBvgc?start=826" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/nehemiah/4.htm">The Work is Ridiculed</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">5</span>Do not cover up their iniquity or let their sin be blotted out from Your sight, for they have provoked the builders. <span class="reftext">6</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1129.htm" title="1129: wan·niḇ·neh (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cp) -- To build. A primitive root; to build.">So we rebuilt</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’eṯ- (DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/2346.htm" title="2346: ha·ḥō·w·māh (Art:: N-fs) -- A wall. Feminine active participle of an unused root apparently meaning to join; a wall of protection.">the wall</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: kāl- (N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">until all</a> <a href="/hebrew/2346.htm" title="2346: ha·ḥō·w·māh (Art:: N-fs) -- A wall. Feminine active participle of an unused root apparently meaning to join; a wall of protection.">of it</a> <a href="/hebrew/7194.htm" title="7194: wat·tiq·qā·šêr (Conj-w:: V-Nifal-ConsecImperf-3fs) -- To bind, league together, conspire. A primitive root: to tie, physically or mentally.">was joined together</a> <a href="/hebrew/5704.htm" title="5704: ‘aḏ- (Prep) -- As far as, even to, up to, until, while. Properly, the same as ad; as far as, whether of space or time or degree.">up to</a> <a href="/hebrew/2677.htm" title="2677: ḥeṣ·yāh (N-msc:: 3fs) -- Half. From chatsah; the half or middle.">half its height,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5971.htm" title="5971: lā·‘ām (Prep-l, Art:: N-ms) -- From amam; a people; specifically, a tribe; hence troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock.">for the people</a> <a href="/hebrew/1961.htm" title="1961: way·hî (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To fall out, come to pass, become, be. A primitive root; to exist, i.e. Be or become, come to pass.">had</a> <a href="/hebrew/3820.htm" title="3820: lêḇ (N-ms) -- A form of lebab; the heart; also used very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the centre of anything.">a mind</a> <a href="/hebrew/6213.htm" title="6213: la·‘ă·śō·wṯ (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Inf) -- To do, make. A primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application.">to work.</a> </span><span class="reftext">7</span>When Sanballat and Tobiah, together with the Arabs, Ammonites, and Ashdodites, heard that the repair to the walls of Jerusalem was progressing and that the gaps were being closed, they were furious,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/2-13.htm">Philippians 2:13</a></span><br />For it is God who works in you to will and to act on behalf of His good purpose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/15-58.htm">1 Corinthians 15:58</a></span><br />Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast and immovable. Always excel in the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-23.htm">Colossians 3:23</a></span><br />Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, as for the Lord and not for men,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/6-7.htm">Ephesians 6:7</a></span><br />Serve with good will, as to the Lord and not to men,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/6-9.htm">Galatians 6:9</a></span><br />Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/10-36.htm">Hebrews 10:36</a></span><br />You need to persevere, so that after you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-25.htm">James 1:25</a></span><br />But the one who looks intently into the perfect law of freedom, and continues to do so—not being a forgetful hearer, but an effective doer—he will be blessed in what he does.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_thessalonians/3-13.htm">2 Thessalonians 3:13</a></span><br />But as for you, brothers, do not grow weary in well-doing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/4-11.htm">1 Peter 4:11</a></span><br />If anyone speaks, he should speak as one conveying the words of God. If anyone serves, he should serve with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-11.htm">Romans 12:11</a></span><br />Do not let your zeal subside; keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/16-3.htm">Proverbs 16:3</a></span><br />Commit your works to the LORD and your plans will be achieved.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/127-1.htm">Psalm 127:1</a></span><br />A song of ascents. Of Solomon. Unless the LORD builds the house, its builders labor in vain; unless the LORD protects the city, its watchmen stand guard in vain.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a></span><br />Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/35-21.htm">Exodus 35:21</a></span><br />And everyone whose heart stirred him and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the Tent of Meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/28-20.htm">1 Chronicles 28:20</a></span><br />David also said to Solomon his son, “Be strong and courageous, and do it. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will neither fail you nor forsake you before all the work for the service of the house of the LORD is finished.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">So built we the wall; and all the wall was joined together to the half thereof: for the people had a mind to work.</p><p class="hdg">had a mind</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/nehemiah/6-15.htm">Nehemiah 6:15</a></b></br> So the wall was finished in the twenty and fifth <i>day</i> of <i>the month</i> Elul, in fifty and two days.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/29-3.htm">1 Chronicles 29:3,14,17,18</a></b></br> Moreover, because I have set my affection to the house of my God, I have of mine own proper good, of gold and silver, <i>which</i> I have given to the house of my God, over and above all that I have prepared for the holy house, … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_chronicles/29-36.htm">2 Chronicles 29:36</a></b></br> And Hezekiah rejoiced, and all the people, that God had prepared the people: for the thing was <i>done</i> suddenly.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/nehemiah/4-5.htm">Building</a> <a href="/nehemiah/4-1.htm">Built</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-18.htm">Half</a> <a href="/exodus/38-4.htm">Half-Way</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-20.htm">Hard</a> <a href="/nehemiah/2-12.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/ezra/6-3.htm">Height</a> <a href="/ezra/6-21.htm">Joined</a> <a href="/nehemiah/2-12.htm">Mind</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/30-27.htm">Reached</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-3.htm">Rebuilt</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-14.htm">Thereof</a> <a href="/ezra/10-9.htm">Together</a> <a href="/nehemiah/4-3.htm">Wall</a> <a href="/ezra/10-12.htm">Whole</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-28.htm">Work</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-25.htm">Worked</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-29.htm">Working</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/nehemiah/4-17.htm">Building</a> <a href="/nehemiah/4-17.htm">Built</a> <a href="/nehemiah/4-16.htm">Half</a> <a href="/exodus/27-5.htm">Half-Way</a> <a href="/job/7-1.htm">Hard</a> <a href="/nehemiah/6-8.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/job/20-6.htm">Height</a> <a href="/nehemiah/10-29.htm">Joined</a> <a href="/nehemiah/4-14.htm">Mind</a> <a href="/job/28-22.htm">Reached</a> <a href="/nehemiah/7-1.htm">Rebuilt</a> <a href="/nehemiah/6-16.htm">Thereof</a> <a href="/nehemiah/4-8.htm">Together</a> <a href="/nehemiah/4-10.htm">Wall</a> <a href="/nehemiah/7-66.htm">Whole</a> <a href="/nehemiah/4-10.htm">Work</a> <a href="/nehemiah/4-16.htm">Worked</a> <a href="/nehemiah/4-18.htm">Working</a><div class="vheading2">Nehemiah 4</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/4-1.htm">While the enemies scoff, Nehemiah prays and continues the work</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/4-7.htm">Understanding the wrath and secrets of the enemy, he sets a watch</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/4-13.htm">He arms the laborers</a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/4-19.htm">and gives military precepts</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/nehemiah/4.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/nehemiah/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/nehemiah/4.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>So we rebuilt the wall</b><br>The rebuilding of the wall refers to the efforts led by Nehemiah to restore the walls of Jerusalem, which had been in ruins since the Babylonian conquest. This task was not just a physical reconstruction but also a spiritual renewal for the Jewish people. The wall symbolized protection and the restoration of their identity as God's chosen people. Nehemiah's leadership and the people's unity were crucial in overcoming opposition from surrounding enemies.<p><b>until all of it was joined together</b><br>This phrase indicates the completion of a significant phase in the construction process. The joining of the wall signifies unity and strength, both physically and spiritually. In ancient times, city walls were essential for defense, and their completion would have been a major milestone. This unity in construction can be seen as a metaphor for the unity of the people of Israel, working together for a common purpose.<p><b>up to half its height</b><br>Reaching half the height of the wall suggests significant progress but also indicates that the work was not yet complete. This can be seen as a test of perseverance and faith, as the people had to continue their efforts despite potential fatigue and external threats. The mention of "half its height" serves as a reminder of the ongoing nature of God's work in the lives of His people, requiring continued dedication and trust.<p><b>for the people had a mind to work</b><br>The phrase highlights the determination and willingness of the people to engage in the task at hand. This collective mindset was crucial for overcoming the challenges they faced, including opposition from adversaries and the enormity of the task. The people's resolve can be seen as a reflection of their faith and commitment to God's purposes. This determination is reminiscent of other biblical figures who demonstrated a strong will to fulfill God's commands, such as Joshua and the Israelites in conquering the Promised Land.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/n/nehemiah.htm">Nehemiah</a></b><br>The central figure in the book, Nehemiah was a cupbearer to the Persian king Artaxerxes and later became the governor of Judah. He led the effort to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a></b><br>The city where the wall was being rebuilt. It held significant religious and cultural importance for the Jewish people.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_people.htm">The People</a></b><br>The Jewish inhabitants of Jerusalem who participated in the rebuilding of the wall. Their collective effort and determination were crucial to the project's progress.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_wall.htm">The Wall</a></b><br>The physical structure being rebuilt around Jerusalem. It symbolized protection, security, and the restoration of the Jewish community.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/o/opposition.htm">Opposition</a></b><br>Although not directly mentioned in this verse, the surrounding context involves opposition from neighboring groups who were against the rebuilding efforts.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/u/unity_in_purpose.htm">Unity in Purpose</a></b><br>The success of the wall's reconstruction was due to the people's unified effort. In the church today, unity in purpose can lead to accomplishing great things for God's kingdom.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/diligence_and_hard_work.htm">Diligence and Hard Work</a></b><br>The phrase "for the people had a mind to work" emphasizes the importance of diligence. Believers are called to work heartily as for the Lord.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/o/overcoming_opposition.htm">Overcoming Opposition</a></b><br>Despite external threats, the people continued their work. Christians today can take courage in facing opposition, knowing that God is with them.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_in_action.htm">Faith in Action</a></b><br>The rebuilding of the wall was a tangible expression of the people's faith. Our faith should also be evident in our actions and commitments.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/leadership_and_vision.htm">Leadership and Vision</a></b><br>Nehemiah's leadership was crucial. Effective leadership in the church involves casting a vision and motivating others to work towards it.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_nehemiah_4.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Nehemiah 4</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/nehemiah_4_6__could_the_wall_rise_so_fast.htm">Nehemiah 4:6: Is it physically plausible for the wall to reach “half its height” so quickly with the limited manpower described? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'let_go_and_let_god'_mean.htm">What does 'Let Go and Let God' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_'vain_deceit'_in_col._2_8.htm">What does 'Heartily as Unto the Lord' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_aren't_nehemiah_3_work_groups_recorded.htm">Why do historical records outside the Bible make no clear mention of the extensive work groups listed throughout Nehemiah 3? </a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/nehemiah/4.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(6) <span class= "bld">Unto the half</span>.--Up to half the height the wall was now continuous.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/nehemiah/4.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 6.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">So built we the wall</span>. Rather, "and we (still) built the wall" Insults and gibes had no effect on us - did not touch us. Despite of them we steadily kept on our building, and the result was that soon <span class="cmt_word">all the wall was joined together unto the half thereof</span> - the whole continuous line of wall was completed to half the contemplated height. <span class="cmt_word">For the people had a mind to work</span>. Literally, "there was a heart to the people to work." They wrought, as we should say, "with a will"- they had their heart in the work. Insult and gibe rather stimulated than daunted them. <p> CHAPTER 4:7-23 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/nehemiah/4-6.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">So we rebuilt</span><br /><span class="heb">וַנִּבְנֶה֙</span> <span class="translit">(wan·niḇ·neh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - first person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1129.htm">Strong's 1129: </a> </span><span class="str2">To build</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the wall</span><br /><span class="heb">הַ֣חוֹמָ֔ה</span> <span class="translit">(ha·ḥō·w·māh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2346.htm">Strong's 2346: </a> </span><span class="str2">A wall of protection</span><br /><br /><span class="word">until all</span><br /><span class="heb">כָּל־</span> <span class="translit">(kāl-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[of it]</span><br /><span class="heb">הַחוֹמָ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(ha·ḥō·w·māh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2346.htm">Strong's 2346: </a> </span><span class="str2">A wall of protection</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was joined together</span><br /><span class="heb">וַתִּקָּשֵׁ֥ר</span> <span class="translit">(wat·tiq·qā·šêr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7194.htm">Strong's 7194: </a> </span><span class="str2">To tie, gird, confine, compact, in love, league</span><br /><br /><span class="word">up to</span><br /><span class="heb">עַד־</span> <span class="translit">(‘aḏ-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5704.htm">Strong's 5704: </a> </span><span class="str2">As far as, even to, up to, until, while</span><br /><br /><span class="word">half its [height],</span><br /><span class="heb">חֶצְיָ֑הּ</span> <span class="translit">(ḥeṣ·yāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2677.htm">Strong's 2677: </a> </span><span class="str2">The half, middle</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for the people</span><br /><span class="heb">לָעָ֖ם</span> <span class="translit">(lā·‘ām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5971.htm">Strong's 5971: </a> </span><span class="str2">A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock</span><br /><br /><span class="word">had</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיְהִ֧י</span> <span class="translit">(way·hî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1961.htm">Strong's 1961: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fall out, come to pass, become, be</span><br /><br /><span class="word">a mind</span><br /><span class="heb">לֵ֦ב</span> <span class="translit">(lêḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3820.htm">Strong's 3820: </a> </span><span class="str2">The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to work.</span><br /><span class="heb">לַעֲשֽׂוֹת׃</span> <span class="translit">(la·‘ă·śō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6213.htm">Strong's 6213: </a> </span><span class="str2">To do, make</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/nehemiah/4-6.htm">Nehemiah 4:6 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/nehemiah/4-6.htm">Nehemiah 4:6 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/nehemiah/4-6.htm">Nehemiah 4:6 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/nehemiah/4-6.htm">Nehemiah 4:6 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/nehemiah/4-6.htm">Nehemiah 4:6 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/nehemiah/4-6.htm">Nehemiah 4:6 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/nehemiah/4-6.htm">Nehemiah 4:6 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/nehemiah/4-6.htm">Nehemiah 4:6 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/nehemiah/4-6.htm">Nehemiah 4:6 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/nehemiah/4-6.htm">Nehemiah 4:6 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/nehemiah/4-6.htm">OT History: Nehemiah 4:6 So we built the wall (Neh Ne) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/nehemiah/4-5.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Nehemiah 4:5"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 4:5" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/nehemiah/4-7.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Nehemiah 4:7"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 4:7" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>