Dutch 1939 (De Heilige Schrift, Petrus Canisiusvertaling, 1939)
Ook heb ik sinds de dag, dat koning Artaxerxes mij tot stadhouder over het land van Juda heeft aangesteld, van het twintigste tot het twee en dertigste jaar van den koning, dus twaalf jaar lang, met mijn broers niet het onderhoud van een stadhouder willen trekken.
Wat betekent dit?
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.
Uitgelegd voor kinderen
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.
Historische achtergrond
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.
Toepassing voor vandaag
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.