Verse 11
Then contended I with the rulers, and said, Why is the house of God forsaken? And I gathered them together, and set them in their place.
Contended — I sharply reproved those priests to whom the management of those things was committed, for neglect of their duty, and breach of their late solemn promise.
Why, … — You have not only injured men in with-holding their dues, but you have occasioned the neglect of God's house and service.
Gathered — To Jerusalem from their several country possessions.
Set — Restored them to the exercise of their office.
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