Nehemiah
Who was Nehemiah?
A faithful servant of God who helped rebuild the walls of Jerusalem.
Who brought and read the Book of the Law to the people?
Ezra
What city did Nehemiah travel to rebuild?
Jerusalem
What city was very important to the Jewish people?
Jerusalem
Who were the Israelites?
God's chosen covenant people
Why was Nehemiah sad at the beginning of the story?
Because he heard that Jerusalem's wall was broken down and the city was in trouble.
Who was Ezra?
Ezra was a priest and scribe who taught God's laws to the people.
What was the purpose of the walls around Jerusalem?
To protect the city and its people
What special building did the Jewish people worship in?
The temple
Moses led the Israelites out of _____
Egypt
What did Nehemiah do before asking the king for help?
He prayed
What important building was rebuilt during Ezra's time?
The temple in Jerusalem
How did the people of Jerusalem help with the rebuilding project?
They worked together to rebuild the walls.
Who helped teach the Jewish people God's laws after they returned to Jerusalem?
Ezra
True or False: The Israelites helped rebuild Jerusalem after returning from captivity.
True
What important work did Nehemiah lead in Jerusalem?
Rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem
How did the people show respect when Ezra read God's word?
They stood up and listened carefully.
Who helped strengthen and encourage the people of Jerusalem?
Nehemiah
True or False: The Jewish people helped rebuild Jerusalem after returning from captivity.
True
The joy of the Lord is your __________." (Nehemiah 8:10)
Strength
How did Nehemiah respond when people mocked and tried to stop the work?
He trusted God and continued working.
He ignored them.
What can we learn from Ezra's example?
We should study, obey, and teach God's word.
What can we learn from the people of Jerusalem rebuilding the walls?
We can work together, trust God, and not give up when challenges come.
True or False: The Jewish people refused to help rebuild Jerusalem when they returned from captivity.
False
Ezra taught the Israelites to study and obey God's __________.
laws (or commandments/scriptures)