Nehemiah 8:11

So the Levites stilled all the people, saying, Hold your peace, for the day is holy; neither be ye grieved.

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Other Translations for Nehemiah 8:11

BSB
And the Levites calmed all the people, saying, "Be still, since today is holy. Do not grieve."
AKJV
So the Levites stilled all the people, saying, Hold your peace, for the day is holy; neither be you grieved.
CPDV
Then the Levites caused the people to be silent, saying: "Be quiet. For the day is holy. And do not be sorrowful."
ERV
So the Levites stilled all the people, saying, Hold your peace, for the day is holy; neither be ye grieved.
NHEB
So the Levites stilled all the people, saying, "Hold your peace, for the day is holy; neither be grieved."
SMT
And the Levites silencing to all the people, saying, Silence; for the day is holy; and ye shall not grieve.

Commentary for Nehemiah 8:11

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Nehemiah 8:11
Summary
Levites calm crowd and restore composure
Place
Water gate
Event
Calming the assembly
Estimated Time Period
c. 445 BC
Category
Teaching