Nehemiah 2:6-7

2:6

consort <07694> [the queen. Heb. the wife.]

It was probably Esther who was present at this time, and who seconded Nehemiah's request.

<03190> [So it pleased.]

gave .... time <02165 05414> [I set him a time.]

It is probable that this time was no more than six months, or a year; after which he either returned, or had his leave of absence lengthened, as we find he was twelve years governor of the Jews.

2:7

letters <0107> [let letters.]

travel <05674> [that they may.]

Nehemiah 2:16

2:16

officials .................................... officials <05461> [the rulers.]