Nehemiah 9:3 meaning and explanation

While they stood in their places, they read from the Book of the Law of the LORD their God for a quarter of the day, and they spent another quarter of the day in confession and worship of the LORD their God.

Nehemiah 9:3, Berean Standard Bible

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The returned exiles have gathered in Jerusalem for a day of fasting and repentance, shortly after the Feast of Tabernacles. Standing in their places, they listen as the Book of the Law is read aloud for a quarter of the day, about three hours, then spend an equal time confessing sin and worshiping.

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