Nehemiah 1:8 net — Please recall the word you commanded your servant Moses:‘If you act unfaithfully, I will scatter you among the nations.

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"Please recall the word you commanded your servant Moses:‘If you act unfaithfully, I will scatter you among the nations."

— Nehemiah 1:8, NET Bible

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Nehemiah 1 — Context

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Then I said,“Please, O LORD God of heaven, great and awesome God, who keeps his loving covenant with those who love him and obey his commandments,

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may your ear be attentive and your eyes be open to hear the prayer of your servant that I am praying to you today throughout both day and night on behalf of your servants the Israelites. I am confessing the sins of the Israelites that we have committed against you– both I myself and my family have sinned.

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We have behaved corruptly against you, not obeying the commandments, the statutes, and the judgments that you commanded your servant Moses.

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Please recall the word you commanded your servant Moses:‘If you act unfaithfully, I will scatter you among the nations.

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But if you repent and obey my commandments and do them, then even if your dispersed people are in the most remote location, I will gather them from there and bring them to the place I have chosen for my name to reside.’

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They are your servants and your people, whom you have redeemed by your mighty strength and by your powerful hand.

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Please, Lord, listen attentively to the prayer of your servant and to the prayer of your servants who take pleasure in showing respect to your name. Grant your servant success today and show compassion to me in the presence of this man.” Now I was cupbearer for the king.

Nehemiah 1:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Nehemiah 1:8 say?
Nehemiah 1:8 in the NET Bible reads: “Please recall the word you commanded your servant Moses:‘If you act unfaithfully, I will scatter you among the nations.”
Where is Nehemiah 1:8 in the Bible?
Nehemiah 1:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Nehemiah, chapter 1, verse 8.
Who wrote Nehemiah?
Nehemiah is traditionally attributed to Nehemiah (largely from his memoirs). It was written c. 445–425 BC.
What is the book of Nehemiah about?
Nehemiah, cupbearer to the Persian king Artaxerxes, leads the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls against fierce opposition. The book combines stirring leadership with covenant renewal, ending with reform of priesthood, sabbath, and intermarriage.
What are the major themes of Nehemiah?
Nehemiah explores themes including Leadership, Prayer, Rebuilding, Opposition, Covenant Renewal. These themes shape the meaning and context of Nehemiah 1:8.
What translation should I read Nehemiah 1:8 in?
Nehemiah 1:8 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Nehemiah 1:8?
Nehemiah 1:8 reads (NET): “Please recall the word you commanded your servant Moses:‘If you act unfaithfully, I will scatter you among the nations.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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