Concern for one’s nation II

Christian Religious Studies SS2 Third Term

Week 2

Topic: Concern for one’s nation II

Performance objectives

Pupils should be able to:

  1. Describe the concern of Nehemiah, Ezra, and Zerubbabel for their nation despite oppositions
  2. Explain the rebuilding of Jerusalem

Content

A. The rebuilding of Jerusalem

Nehemiah, a captive in Babylon was visited by Hanani. Nehemiah wanted to know the state of Jerusalem and her inhabitants; Nehemiah was told that the remnants of the land were in great trouble and shame. He was told that the gates of the wall were broken down and destroyed. This made Nehemiah sad and he wept bitterly. He then fasted and prayed for several days. He requested for his freedom from the king of Babylon. He was allowed to go. On his arrival to Jerusalem, he delivered the king’s letter to the governors.... View More

Subscribe now to gain full access to this lesson note

Take Me There

Click here to gain access to the full notes.