# Nehemiah 5: The Curse Of Debt

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Podcast: [Mission 66 Bible Commentary](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mission-66-bible-commentary-7034438)
Published: 2026-06-22T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In Nehemiah 5, we see a glimpse of the struggles faced by the people of Judah as they worked on rebuilding Jerusalem's walls. Food shortages, heavy taxes, and debt led to the exploitation of the poor by wealthier families. Nehemiah stood up for justice, confronting those in power and demanding that they stop charging interest. He insisted on the return of properties and the cancellation of debts. Nehemiah’s leadership set an example of integrity, as he refused to take the governor's food allowance and worked alongside others. This chapter teaches the importance of compassion, justice, and the value of putting people above material gain.

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