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and I answered them after the same manner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/nehemiah/6.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />But they sent me this message four times, and I answered them in the same manner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/nehemiah/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then they sent <i>messages</i> to me four times worded in this way, and I answered them with the same wording.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/nehemiah/6.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />They sent messages to me four times in this manner, and I answered them in the same way.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/nehemiah/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And they sent <i>messages</i> to me four times in this manner, and I answered them in the same way.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/nehemiah/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And they sent <i>messages</i> to me four times in this manner, and I responded to them in the same manner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/nehemiah/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />They sent <i>word</i> to me four times in this way, and I answered them in the same way.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/nehemiah/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Four times they sent me the same proposal, and I gave them the same reply.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/nehemiah/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Four times they sent me the same proposal, and I gave them the same reply. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/nehemiah/6.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And they sent unto me four times after this sort; and I answered them after the same manner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/nehemiah/6.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />They invited me four times, but each time I refused to go. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/nehemiah/6.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And they sent unto me four times after this sort; and I answered them after the same manner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/nehemiah/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />They sent the same message to me four times, and I answered them the same way.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/nehemiah/6.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />They sent me the same message four times, and each time I sent them the same reply. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/nehemiah/6.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />They sent me this message four times, and I answered them the same way.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/nehemiah/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Four times they sent me the same message, and each time I gave the same reply.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/nehemiah/6.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />They contacted me four times in this way, and I responded the same way each time. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/nehemiah/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />They sent to me four times after this sort; and I answered them the same way.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/nehemiah/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Yet they sent to me four times after this sort; and I answered them after the same manner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/nehemiah/6.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />They sent to me four times like this; and I answered them the same way. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/nehemiah/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And they send to me, according to this word, four times, and I return them [word] according to this word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/nehemiah/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and they send unto me, according to this word, four times, and I return them word according to this word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/nehemiah/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And they will send to me according to this word four times; and I shall turn them back according to this word.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/nehemiah/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And they sent to me according to this word, four times: and I answered them after the same manner. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/nehemiah/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Then they sent to me, with this same word, four times. And I responded to them with the same word as before.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/nehemiah/6.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Four times they sent me this same proposal, and each time I gave the same reply.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/nehemiah/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />They sent to me four times in this way, and I answered them in the same manner.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/nehemiah/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />But they sent to me four times in this manner, and I answered them after the same manner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/nehemiah/6.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And they sent to me concerning this matter four times, and I gave this answer to them.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/nehemiah/6.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And they sent unto me four times after this sort; and I answered them after the same manner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/nehemiah/6.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And they sent to me <i>again</i> to this effect; and I sent them <i>word</i> accordingly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/nehemiah/6-4.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=1295" 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/6.htm">Sanballat's Conspiracy</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">3</span>So I sent messengers to them, saying, “I am doing a great work and cannot come down. Why should the work stop while I leave it to go down to you?” <span class="reftext">4</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/702.htm" title="702: ’ar·ba‘ (Number-fs) -- Four. Masculine oarbaah; from raba'; four.">Four</a> <a href="/hebrew/6471.htm" title="6471: pə·‘ā·mîm (N-fp) -- A beat, foot, anvil, occurrence. Or pa;amah; from pa'am; a stroke, literally or figuratively.">times</a> <a href="/hebrew/7971.htm" title="7971: way·yiš·lə·ḥū (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp) -- To send. A primitive root; to send away, for, or out.">they sent me</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’ê·lay (Prep:: 1cs) -- To, into, towards. "></a> <a href="/hebrew/2088.htm" title="2088: haz·zeh (Art:: Pro-ms) -- This, here. A primitive word; the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that.">the same</a> <a href="/hebrew/1697.htm" title="1697: kad·dā·ḇār (Prep-k, Art:: N-ms) -- Speech, word. From dabar; a word; by implication, a matter or thing; adverbially, a cause.">message,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7725.htm" title="7725: wā·’ā·šîḇ (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-ConsecImperf-1cs) -- A primitive root; to turn back transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively; generally to retreat; often adverbial, again.">and each time I gave</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’ō·w·ṯām (DirObjM:: 3mp) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/2088.htm" title="2088: haz·zeh (Art:: Pro-ms) -- This, here. A primitive word; the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that.">the same</a> <a href="/hebrew/1697.htm" title="1697: kad·dā·ḇār (Prep-k, Art:: N-ms) -- Speech, word. From dabar; a word; by implication, a matter or thing; adverbially, a cause.">reply.</a> </span><span class="reftext">5</span>The fifth time, Sanballat sent me this same message by his young servant, who had in his hand an unsealed letter…<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="/nehemiah/4-1.htm">Nehemiah 4:1-3</a></span><br />Now when Sanballat heard that we were rebuilding the wall, he was furious and filled with indignation. He ridiculed the Jews / before his associates and the army of Samaria, saying, “What are these feeble Jews doing? Can they restore the wall by themselves? Will they offer sacrifices? Will they complete it in a day? Can they bring these burnt stones back to life from the mounds of rubble?” / Then Tobiah the Ammonite, who was beside him, said, “If even a fox were to climb up on what they are building, it would break down their wall of stones!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/2-19.htm">Nehemiah 2:19-20</a></span><br />But when Sanballat the Horonite, Tobiah the Ammonite official, and Geshem the Arab heard about this, they mocked us and ridiculed us, saying, “What is this you are doing? Are you rebelling against the king?” / So I answered them and said, “The God of heaven is the One who will grant us success. We, His servants, will start rebuilding, but you have no portion, right, or claim in Jerusalem.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezra/4-4.htm">Ezra 4:4-5</a></span><br />Then the people of the land set out to discourage the people of Judah and make them afraid to build. / They hired counselors against them to frustrate their plans throughout the reign of Cyrus king of Persia and down to the reign of Darius king of Persia.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/26-24.htm">Proverbs 26:24-26</a></span><br />A hateful man disguises himself with his speech, but he lays up deceit in his heart. / When he speaks graciously, do not believe him, for seven abominations fill his heart. / Though his hatred is concealed by deception, his wickedness will be exposed in the assembly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/38-12.htm">Psalm 38:12</a></span><br />Those who seek my life lay snares; those who wish me harm speak destruction, plotting deceit all day long.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/31-13.htm">Psalm 31:13</a></span><br />For I hear the slander of many; there is terror on every side. They conspire against me and plot to take my life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/20-10.htm">Jeremiah 20:10</a></span><br />For I have heard the whispering of many: “Terror is on every side! Report him; let us report him!” All my trusted friends watch for my fall: “Perhaps he will be deceived so that we may prevail against him and take our vengeance upon him.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/6-4.htm">Daniel 6:4-5</a></span><br />Thus the administrators and satraps sought a charge against Daniel concerning the kingdom, but they could find no charge or corruption, because he was trustworthy, and no negligence or corruption was found in him. / Finally these men said, “We will never find any charge against this Daniel unless we find something against him concerning the law of his God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/18-11.htm">1 Samuel 18:11</a></span><br />and he hurled it, thinking, “I will pin David to the wall.” But David eluded him twice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/19-2.htm">1 Kings 19:2</a></span><br />So Jezebel sent a messenger to Elijah, saying, “May the gods deal with me, and ever so severely, if by this time tomorrow I have not made your life like the lives of those you killed!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/4-1.htm">Matthew 4:1-11</a></span><br />Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. / After fasting forty days and forty nights, He was hungry. / The tempter came to Him and said, “If You are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread.” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/4-1.htm">Luke 4:1-13</a></span><br />Then Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness, / where for forty days He was tempted by the devil. He ate nothing during those days, and when they had ended, He was hungry. / The devil said to Him, “If You are the Son of God, tell this stone to become bread.” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/26-59.htm">Matthew 26:59-60</a></span><br />Now the chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin were seeking false testimony against Jesus in order to put Him to death. / But they did not find any, though many false witnesses came forward. Finally two came forward<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/14-55.htm">Mark 14:55-56</a></span><br />Now the chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin were seeking testimony against Jesus to put Him to death, but they did not find any. / For many bore false witness against Jesus, but their testimony was inconsistent.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/5-27.htm">Acts 5:27-29</a></span><br />They brought them in and made them stand before the Sanhedrin, where the high priest interrogated them. / “We gave you strict orders not to teach in this name,” he said. “Yet you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching and are determined to make us responsible for this man’s blood.” / But Peter and the other apostles replied, “We must obey God rather than men.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Yet they sent to me four times after this sort; and I answered them after the same manner.</p><p class="hdg">four times</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/judges/16-6.htm">Judges 16:6,10,15-20</a></b></br> And Delilah said to Samson, Tell me, I pray thee, wherein thy great strength <i>lieth</i>, and wherewith thou mightest be bound to afflict thee… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/7-21.htm">Proverbs 7:21</a></b></br> With her much fair speech she caused him to yield, with the flattering of her lips she forced him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/luke/18-5.htm">Luke 18:5</a></b></br> Yet because this widow troubleth me, I will avenge her, lest by her continual coming she weary me.</p><p class="hdg">and I answered</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/14-15.htm">Proverbs 14:15</a></b></br> The simple believeth every word: but the prudent <i>man</i> looketh well to his going.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/ezra/6-17.htm">Four</a> <a href="/ezra/5-4.htm">Manner</a> <a href="/nehemiah/6-2.htm">Message</a> <a href="/hebrews/12-19.htm">Messages</a> <a href="/ezra/4-8.htm">Sort</a> <a href="/nehemiah/6-1.htm">Time</a> <a href="/nehemiah/4-12.htm">Times</a> <a href="/nehemiah/4-17.htm">Way</a> <a href="/nehemiah/5-8.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/nehemiah/7-12.htm">Four</a> <a href="/nehemiah/6-5.htm">Manner</a> <a href="/nehemiah/6-5.htm">Message</a> <a href="/haggai/1-13.htm">Messages</a> <a href="/nehemiah/6-11.htm">Sort</a> <a href="/nehemiah/6-5.htm">Time</a> <a href="/nehemiah/9-28.htm">Times</a> <a href="/nehemiah/6-5.htm">Way</a> <a href="/nehemiah/6-5.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Nehemiah 6</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/6-1.htm">Sanballat practices by craft, by rumors, and by hired prophecies, to terrify Nehemiah</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/6-15.htm">The work is finished, to the terror of the enemies</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/nehemiah/6-17.htm">Secret intelligence passes between the enemies and the nobles of Judah</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/6.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/6.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Four times they sent me the same message</b><br>This phrase highlights the persistence of Nehemiah's adversaries, Sanballat and Geshem, who repeatedly attempted to lure him away from his work on the walls of Jerusalem. The number four in biblical terms often signifies completeness or universality, suggesting a thorough attempt to disrupt Nehemiah's mission. This persistence can be seen as a tactic of intimidation and distraction, common in ancient Near Eastern political maneuvers. The repeated message underscores the determination of Nehemiah's enemies to halt the rebuilding efforts, reflecting the broader opposition faced by the Israelites during this period of restoration.<p><b>and each time I gave the same reply</b><br>Nehemiah's consistent response demonstrates his steadfastness and commitment to God's work. His refusal to be swayed by repeated attempts at distraction is a testament to his leadership and faith. This consistency can be seen as a model for spiritual resilience, echoing the biblical theme of standing firm against opposition, as seen in <a href="/ephesians/6-13.htm">Ephesians 6:13</a>, which encourages believers to stand their ground. Nehemiah's unwavering reply also reflects the wisdom found in <a href="/proverbs/26-4.htm">Proverbs 26:4-5</a>, which advises on how to deal with foolishness and deceit. His actions prefigure the steadfastness of Christ, who remained focused on His mission despite repeated temptations and opposition.<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 is a Jewish leader who is dedicated to rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. He is known for his strong leadership and unwavering faith in God.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/s/sanballat_and_geshem.htm">Sanballat and Geshem</a></b><br>These are adversaries of Nehemiah who repeatedly attempt to distract and intimidate him to halt the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a></b><br>The city where Nehemiah is leading the reconstruction of the walls, symbolizing the restoration of the Jewish community and their faith.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_wall_of_jerusalem.htm">The Wall of Jerusalem</a></b><br>The physical structure Nehemiah is focused on rebuilding, representing protection, identity, and the fulfillment of God's promises to His people.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_repeated_message.htm">The Repeated Message</a></b><br>The persistent attempts by Nehemiah's enemies to lure him away from his work, symbolizing the distractions and opposition believers face in their spiritual journeys.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/p/perseverance_in_the_face_of_opposition.htm">Perseverance in the Face of Opposition</a></b><br>Nehemiah's consistent response to his enemies teaches us the importance of steadfastness in our faith and mission, even when faced with repeated distractions or opposition.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/discernment_and_focus.htm">Discernment and Focus</a></b><br>Nehemiah's ability to recognize the true intentions of his adversaries and maintain focus on his God-given task highlights the need for discernment in our spiritual lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithful_response.htm">Faithful Response</a></b><br>By giving the same reply each time, Nehemiah demonstrates the power of a consistent, faith-filled response to challenges, reminding us to rely on God's truth rather than be swayed by external pressures.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_godly_leadership.htm">The Importance of Godly Leadership</a></b><br>Nehemiah's leadership exemplifies how godly leaders can inspire and guide others through challenges by remaining committed to God's purposes.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_nehemiah_6.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Nehemiah 6</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_did_god_reveal_to_zechariah.htm">What visions and messages did Zechariah receive from God?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_ezekiel_41_with_1_kings_6.htm">How can Ezekiel 41's instructions be reconciled with the different layout presented for Solomon's Temple in 1 Kings 6?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_zechariah's_and_revelation's_horses_align.htm">How can the vision of four horses (Zechariah 6:1-8) be harmonized with the four horsemen described in Revelation 6:1-8?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_isaiah_49_8_align_with_history.htm">Isaiah 49:8 depicts a grand restoration--how does this align with historical records of Israel's exiles and returns that appear less triumphant?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/nehemiah/6-4.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">Four</span><br /><span class="heb">אַרְבַּ֣ע</span> <span class="translit">(’ar·ba‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Number - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_702.htm">Strong's 702: </a> </span><span class="str2">Four</span><br /><br /><span class="word">times</span><br /><span class="heb">פְּעָמִ֑ים</span> <span class="translit">(pə·‘ā·mîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6471.htm">Strong's 6471: </a> </span><span class="str2">A beat, foot, anvil, occurrence</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they sent</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיִּשְׁלְח֥וּ</span> <span class="translit">(way·yiš·lə·ḥū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7971.htm">Strong's 7971: </a> </span><span class="str2">To send away, for, out</span><br /><br /><span class="word">me the same</span><br /><span class="heb">הַזֶּ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(haz·zeh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Pronoun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2088.htm">Strong's 2088: </a> </span><span class="str2">This, that</span><br /><br /><span class="word">message,</span><br /><span class="heb">כַּדָּבָ֥ר</span> <span class="translit">(kad·dā·ḇār)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-k, Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1697.htm">Strong's 1697: </a> </span><span class="str2">A word, a matter, thing, a cause</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and each time I gave</span><br /><span class="heb">וָאָשִׁ֥יב</span> <span class="translit">(wā·’ā·šîḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7725.htm">Strong's 7725: </a> </span><span class="str2">To turn back, in, to retreat, again</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the same</span><br /><span class="heb">הַזֶּֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(haz·zeh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Pronoun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2088.htm">Strong's 2088: </a> </span><span class="str2">This, that</span><br /><br /><span class="word">reply.</span><br /><span class="heb">כַּדָּבָ֥ר</span> <span class="translit">(kad·dā·ḇār)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-k, Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1697.htm">Strong's 1697: </a> </span><span class="str2">A word, a matter, thing, a cause</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/nehemiah/6-4.htm">Nehemiah 6:4 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/nehemiah/6-4.htm">Nehemiah 6:4 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/nehemiah/6-4.htm">Nehemiah 6:4 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/nehemiah/6-4.htm">Nehemiah 6:4 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/nehemiah/6-4.htm">Nehemiah 6:4 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/nehemiah/6-4.htm">Nehemiah 6:4 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/nehemiah/6-4.htm">Nehemiah 6:4 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/nehemiah/6-4.htm">Nehemiah 6:4 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/nehemiah/6-4.htm">Nehemiah 6:4 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/nehemiah/6-4.htm">Nehemiah 6:4 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/nehemiah/6-4.htm">OT History: Nehemiah 6:4 They sent to me four times after (Neh Ne) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/nehemiah/6-3.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Nehemiah 6:3"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 6:3" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/nehemiah/6-5.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Nehemiah 6:5"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Nehemiah 6:5" /></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>