Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Nehemiah 8:11
11. Stilled all the people Hushed their loud lamentation. The call to observe the feast of trumpets, and the comforting words that accompanied it, cheered and strengthened the hearts of the people, and they went forth to enjoy the rest of the day with becoming festivity. read more
Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Nehemiah 8:10
10. He said That is, Nehemiah, the governor. He issued the order, being the public executive. Eat the fat Literally, fatnesses; that is, the fat pieces of flesh; the fat things. Drink the sweet Hebrew, sweetnesses; the sweet drinks, especially the new wine of that season. Send portions That the poor and destitute, for whom nothing is prepared, but what is freely given by those who have abundance, may rejoice and feast with the rest of the people. Comp. Esther 9:19; Esther 9:22;... read more