Nehemiah 8:10 meaning and explanation

Then Nehemiah told them, “Go and eat what is rich, drink what is sweet, and send out portions to those who have nothing prepared, since today is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.”

Nehemiah 8:10, Berean Standard Bible

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The returned exiles have just heard the Law read aloud for hours, and they weep, likely from conviction and the weight of their history. Nehemiah, the governor, speaks alongside Ezra and the Levites.

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