Nehemiah 4:12-14

International Standard Version

¹² The Jews who lived near them kept coming to us, reporting at least^[a] ten times, “They’ll attack us from every direction.” ¹³ So I stationed the people by families behind the wall in the lower exposed areas, equipping them with their swords, spears, and bows.

¹⁴ Looking things over, I stood up and spoke to the officials, the military leaders, and the rest of the people: “Don’t fear them. Remember the great and awe-inspiring Lord. Fight for your brothers, your sons, your daughters, your wives, and your homes.”