Nehemiah 9:23 net — You multiplied their descendants like the stars of the sky. You brought them to the land you had told their ancestors t…

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"You multiplied their descendants like the stars of the sky. You brought them to the land you had told their ancestors to enter in order to possess."

— Nehemiah 9:23, NET Bible

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Nehemiah 9 — Context

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You imparted your good Spirit to instruct them. You did not withhold your manna from their mouths; you provided water for their thirst.

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For forty years you sustained them. Even in the wilderness they never lacked anything. Their clothes did not wear out and their feet did not swell.

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“You gave them kingdoms and peoples, and you allocated them to every corner of the land. They inherited the land of King Sihon of Heshbon and the land of King Og of Bashan.

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You multiplied their descendants like the stars of the sky. You brought them to the land you had told their ancestors to enter in order to possess.

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Their descendants entered and possessed the land. You subdued before them the Canaanites who were the inhabitants of the land. You delivered them into their hand, together with their kings and the peoples of the land, to deal with as they pleased.

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They captured fortified cities and fertile land. They took possession of houses full of all sorts of good things– wells previously dug, vineyards, olive trees, and fruit trees in abundance. They ate until they were full and grew fat. They enjoyed to the full your great goodness.

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“Nonetheless they grew disobedient and rebelled against you; they disregarded your law. They killed your prophets who had solemnly admonished them in order to cause them to return to you. They committed atrocious blasphemies.

Nehemiah 9:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Nehemiah 9:23 say?
Nehemiah 9:23 in the NET Bible reads: “You multiplied their descendants like the stars of the sky. You brought them to the land you had told their ancestors to enter in order to possess.”
Where is Nehemiah 9:23 in the Bible?
Nehemiah 9:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Nehemiah, chapter 9, verse 23.
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 9:23.
What translation should I read Nehemiah 9:23 in?
Nehemiah 9:23 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 9:23?
Nehemiah 9:23 reads (NET): “You multiplied their descendants like the stars of the sky. You brought them to the land you had told their ancestors to enter in order to possess.” 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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