Indonesian BIS 1985 (Alkitab dalam Bahasa Indonesia Masa Kini)
Aku sudah menjadi gubernur Yehuda dua belas tahun lamanya, yaitu mulai dari tahun kedua puluh sampai tahun ketiga puluh dua pemerintahan Raja Artahsasta. Selama waktu itu aku dan saudara-saudaraku tidak pernah mengambil tunjanganku sebagai gubernur.
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Nehemiah explains that during his time as governor of Judah, which lasted twelve years, he and his family did not take advantage of the benefits other governors typically received. This shows Nehemiah's integrity and selflessness.
Penjelasan untuk anak-anak
Imagine if your teacher said they wouldn't eat the extra cookies meant for teachers. Nehemiah did something like that, showing he cared more about others than about himself.
Latar belakang sejarah
Nehemiah wrote this part of the Bible while he was in charge of rebuilding Jerusalem. The text was written around 445-432 BCE, and it reflects the life of the Jewish community returning from exile in Babylon.
Penerapan hari ini
A modern scenario could be a CEO refusing bonuses while ensuring employees get their fair share. This mirrors Nehemiah's selflessness and integrity in leadership.