Nehemiah

[ nee-uh-mahy-uh ]

noun

1. a Hebrew leader of the 5th century b.c.
2. a book of the Bible bearing his name. : Neh.
3. a male given name.

Nehemiah

/ ˌniːɪˈmaɪə /

noun

1. a Jewish official at the court of Artaxerxes, king of Persia, who in 444 bc became a leader in the rebuilding of Jerusalem after the Babylonian captivity
2. the book recounting the acts of Nehemiah

Word History and Origins

Origin of Nehemiah¹

Ultimately from Hebrew Nĕḥemyāh “Yahweh comforts”

Example Sentences

It added Llewelyn Graham, senior independent board member and chief executive of Nehemiah Housing, "will step into the role of chair during this period".

From BBC

For good measure, he said the Bible “speaks favorably” about borders and walls, including Nehemiah who rebuilt the walls of Jerusalem.

From Washington Times

Seventeen years later, Nehemiah’s death still stings — and drives — Moore.

From Los Angeles Times

Nehemiah Benson made the second of two free throws with one second left to preserve the win.

From Seattle Times

In addition, Nehemiah Brazil had 14 points, seven rebounds, five assists and three steals.

From Seattle Times