Introduction
See the introduction to Ezra-Nehemiah before the book of Ezra.
Outline
For a full outline of Ezra-Nehemiah, see the introduction to Ezra-Nehemiah.
3. The Third Mission: Nehemiah Restores the Wall (Neh 1:1–7:73a)
A. Preparation (1:1–2:10)
B. The Work Begun (2:11–3:32)
C. Opposition to Rebuilding the Wall (4:1–6:14)
D. Resolution: The Wall Completed; Community Consolidation Begun (6:15–7:73a)
4. The Consolidation of the Covenant Community (7:73b–13:31)
A. Spiritual Renewal according to the Torah (7:73b–12:26)
B. Celebration and Dedication (12:27–43)
C. Conservation of the Renewed Community (12:44–13:31)