Nehemiah 9:9 net — “You saw the affliction of our ancestors in Egypt, and you heard their cry at the Red Sea.

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"“You saw the affliction of our ancestors in Egypt, and you heard their cry at the Red Sea."

— Nehemiah 9:9, NET Bible

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Nehemiah 9 — Context

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You alone are the LORD. You made the heavens, even the highest heavens, along with all their multitude of stars, the earth and all that is on it, the seas and all that is in them. You impart life to them all, and the multitudes of heaven worship you.

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“You are the LORD God who chose Abram and brought him forth from Ur of the Chaldeans. You changed his name to Abraham.

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When you perceived that his heart was faithful toward you, you established a covenant with him to give his descendants the land of the Canaanites, the Hittites, the Amorites, the Perizzites, the Jebusites, and the Girgashites. You have fulfilled your promise, for you are righteous.

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“You saw the affliction of our ancestors in Egypt, and you heard their cry at the Red Sea.

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You performed awesome signs against Pharaoh, against his servants, and against all the people of his land, for you knew that the Egyptians had acted presumptuously against them. You made for yourself a name that is celebrated to this day.

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You split the sea before them, and they crossed through the sea on dry ground! But you threw their pursuers into the depths, like a stone into surging waters.

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You guided them with a pillar of cloud by day and with a pillar of fire by night to illumine for them the path they were to travel.

Nehemiah 9:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Nehemiah 9:9 say?
Nehemiah 9:9 in the NET Bible reads: ““You saw the affliction of our ancestors in Egypt, and you heard their cry at the Red Sea.”
Where is Nehemiah 9:9 in the Bible?
Nehemiah 9:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Nehemiah, chapter 9, verse 9.
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 9:9.
What translation should I read Nehemiah 9:9 in?
Nehemiah 9:9 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 9:9?
Nehemiah 9:9 reads (NET): ““You saw the affliction of our ancestors in Egypt, and you heard their cry at the Red Sea.” 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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