Nehemiah 12:46
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Nehemiah 12:46 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Nehemiah 12:46 is a verse from the book of Nehemiah in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "For in the days of David and Asaph of old there were chief of the singers, and songs of praise and thanksgiving unto God..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Nehemiah 12:46 — KJV
“For in the days of David and Asaph of old there were chief of the singers, and songs of praise and thanksgiving unto God.”
— Nehemiah 12:46 (KJV)
Nehemiah 12:46 in Context — About the Book of Nehemiah
Nehemiah is the Bible's project-management masterclass soaked in prayer. A royal cupbearer hears Jerusalem's walls are rubble, weeps, fasts, prays — then rebuilds them in fifty-two days despite ridicule and threats. Every chapter shows prayer and practical action working as one.
Cross-References for Nehemiah 12:46
“[To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.] Hold not thy peace, O God of my praise;”
Shares key themes with Nehemiah 12:46: david, old, chief
“[To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, Maschil.] We have heard with our ears, O God, our fathers have told us, what work thou didst in their days, in the times of old. Maschil: or, of instruction”
Shares key themes with Nehemiah 12:46: days, old, chief
“[To the chief Musician, Maschil, A Psalm of David, when Doeg the Edomite came and told Saul, and said unto him, David is come to the house of Ahimelech.] Why boastest thou thyself in mischief, O mighty man? the goodness of God endureth continually. Maschil: or, of instruction”
Shares key themes with Nehemiah 12:46: david, old, chief
“[To the chief Musician upon Jonathelemrechokim, Michtam of David, when the Philistines took him in Gath.] Be merciful unto me, O God: for man would swallow me up; he fighting daily oppresseth me. Michtam...: or, A golden Psalm of David”
Shares key themes with Nehemiah 12:46: david, old, chief
“[To the chief Musician, Altaschith, Michtam of David, when he fled from Saul in the cave.] Be merciful unto me, O God, be merciful unto me: for my soul trusteth in thee: yea, in the shadow of thy wings will I make my refuge, until these calamities be overpast. Altaschith: or, Destroy not Michtam: or, A golden Psalm”
Shares key themes with Nehemiah 12:46: david, old, chief
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