Matthew Poole and continuators on Nehemiah 13:11

11 Then contended I with the rulers , and said, Why is the house of God forsaken ? And I gathered them together , and set them in their place .

I sharply reproved those Priests to whom the management of these things was committed, for neglect of their duty, and breach of their late solemn Promise.

You have not only injured men in with-holding their dues, but you have occasiond the neglect of Gods House and Service.

To Ierusalem from their several Country possessions, in which they were dispersed.

Restored them to the exercise of their Office.

Marginal references: Heb. [illegible: 1 word].