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The Hifil Verb וַיַּלְעֵג in Nehemiah 4:1

Introduction to Nehemiah 4:1 Nehemiah 4:1 describes the reaction of Sanballat upon hearing that the Israelites were rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem. His response is one of anger and mockery, as captured by the Hifil verb וַיַּלְעֵג (vayyilʿēg). This verb … Continue reading

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