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Esther, Ezra and Nehemiah: Persian Period and Restoration

  1. Lesson One
    Diaspora Stories (Esther 1–7)
    16 Activities
  2. Lesson Two
    Overview of Esther (Esther 8–10)
    14 Activities
  3. Lesson Three
    The Character of Esther (Esther Review)
    14 Activities
  4. Lesson Four
    Ezra
    15 Activities
  5. Lesson Five
    Nehemiah
    17 Activities
  6. Course Wrap-Up
    Course Completion
    1 Activity
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    1 Assessment

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[Record your answers in the workbook provided at the beginning of this course.]

Let’s see the cycle of lament (dishonor and vindication) in action with the story of Nehemiah.

Read Nehemiah 9.

  1. What is Nehemiah contrasting in this prayer? Provide evidence from the text.
  1. Was Israel’s punishment justified? Provide at least two verses that make your answer clear. 
  1. On what grounds does Nehemiah make his appeal for the people?