Parallel Verses
NET Bible
He had been hired to scare me so that I would do this and thereby sin. They would thus bring reproach on me and I would be discredited.
New American Standard Bible
He was hired for this reason,
King James Version
Therefore was he hired, that I should be afraid, and do so, and sin, and that they might have matter for an evil report, that they might reproach me.
Holman Bible
He was hired, so that I would be intimidated,
International Standard Version
He had been hired to make me afraid so I would sin by doing what he suggested. Then they could create a slanderous report to use against me.
A Conservative Version
For this cause he was hired, that I should be afraid, and do so, and sin, and that they might have matter for an evil report, that they might reproach me.
American Standard Version
For this cause was he hired, that I should be afraid, and do so, and sin, and that they might have matter for an evil report, that they might reproach me.
Amplified
He was hired for this reason, that I would be frightened and do as he said and sin, so that they would have [grounds to make] a malicious report in order to censure and disgrace me.
Bible in Basic English
For this reason they had given him money, in order that I might be overcome by fear and do what he said and do wrong, and so they would have reason to say evil about me and put shame on me.
Darby Translation
Therefore was he hired, that I should be afraid, and do so, and sin, and that they might have wherewith to spread an evil report, that they might reproach me.
Julia Smith Translation
So that he was hired that I shall be afraid and do thus, and sin, and it was to them for an evil name, so that they shall reproach me.
King James 2000
Therefore was he hired, that I should be afraid, and do so, and sin, and that they might have matter for an evil report, that they might reproach me.
Lexham Expanded Bible
For this reason he was hired: to frighten [me] so that I would act and sin, so that they would have a bad report so they could taunt me.
Modern King James verseion
Therefore he was hired that I should be afraid, and do so, and I should sin, and be for them an evil name, with which they might reproach me.
Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale
Therefore took he the money, that through fear I should do so, and sin: that they might have an evil report of me, to blaspheme me.
New Heart English Bible
He hired so that I would be afraid, do so, and sin, and that they might have material for an unfavorable report, that they might taunt me.
The Emphasized Bible
to this end, hired, he was, to the end that I might be afraid and do so, and might sin, - and it might serve them for an evil report, to the end they might bring reproach upon me.
Webster
Therefore was he hired, that I should be afraid, and do so, and sin, and that they might have matter for an evil report, that they might reproach me.
World English Bible
He hired so that I would be afraid, do so, and sin, and that they might have material for an evil report, that they might reproach me.
Youngs Literal Translation
so that he is an hireling, that I may fear and do so, and I had sinned, and it had been to them for an evil name that they may reproach me.
Themes
Bribery » Instances of » The false prophet, shemaiah
Courage » Instances of personal bravery » Nehemiah, in refusing to take refuge in the temple
Tobiah » An enemy of the jews in the time of nehemiah » Conspires to injure and intimidate nehemiah
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Word Count of 20 Translations in Nehemiah 6:13
Verse Info
Context Readings
Attempts To Intimidate Nehemiah
12 I recognized the fact that God had not sent him, for he had spoken the prophecy against me as a hired agent of Tobiah and Sanballat. 13 He had been hired to scare me so that I would do this and thereby sin. They would thus bring reproach on me and I would be discredited. 14 Remember, O my God, Tobiah and Sanballat in light of these actions of theirs -- also Noadiah the prophetess and the other prophets who were trying to scare me!
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Cross References
Nehemiah 6:6
Written in it were the following words: "Among the nations it is rumored (and Geshem has substantiated this) that you and the Jews have intentions of revolting, and for this reason you are building the wall. Furthermore, according to these rumors you are going to become their king.
Jeremiah 20:10
I hear many whispering words of intrigue against me. Those who would cause me terror are everywhere! They are saying, "Come on, let's publicly denounce him!" All my so-called friends are just watching for something that would lead to my downfall. They say, "Perhaps he can be enticed into slipping up, so we can prevail over him and get our revenge on him.
Proverbs 22:1
A good name is to be chosen rather than great wealth, good favor more than silver or gold.
Proverbs 29:5
The one who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his steps.
Ecclesiastes 7:1
A good reputation is better than precious perfume; likewise, the day of one's death is better than the day of one's birth.
Isaiah 51:7
Listen to me, you who know what is right, you people who are aware of my law! Don't be afraid of the insults of men; don't be discouraged because of their abuse!
Isaiah 51:12-13
"I, I am the one who consoles you. Why are you afraid of mortal men, of mere human beings who are as short-lived as grass?
Isaiah 57:11
Whom are you worried about? Whom do you fear, that you would act so deceitfully and not remember me or think about me? Because I have been silent for so long, you are not afraid of me.
Jeremiah 1:17
"But you, Jeremiah, get yourself ready! Go and tell these people everything I instruct you to say. Do not be terrified of them, or I will give you good reason to be terrified of them.
Jeremiah 18:18
Then some people said, "Come on! Let us consider how to deal with Jeremiah! There will still be priests to instruct us, wise men to give us advice, and prophets to declare God's word. Come on! Let's bring charges against him and get rid of him! Then we will not need to pay attention to anything he says."
Ezekiel 2:6
But you, son of man, do not fear them, and do not fear their words -- even though briers and thorns surround you and you live among scorpions -- do not fear their words and do not be terrified of the looks they give you, for they are a rebellious house!
Ezekiel 13:17-23
"As for you, son of man, turn toward the daughters of your people who are prophesying from their imagination. Prophesy against them
Daniel 6:4-5
Consequently the supervisors and satraps were trying to find some pretext against Daniel in connection with administrative matters. But they were unable to find any such damaging evidence, because he was trustworthy and guilty of no negligence or corruption.
Matthew 10:28
Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Instead, fear the one who is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.
Matthew 22:15
Then the Pharisees went out and planned together to entrap him with his own words.
Matthew 26:59
The chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin were trying to find false testimony against Jesus so that they could put him to death.
Acts 6:13
They brought forward false witnesses who said, "This man does not stop saying things against this holy place and the law.
2 Corinthians 11:12
And what I am doing I will continue to do, so that I may eliminate any opportunity for those who want a chance to be regarded as our equals in the things they boast about.
1 Timothy 5:14
So I want younger women to marry, raise children, and manage a household, in order to give the adversary no opportunity to vilify us.
2 Timothy 1:7
For God did not give us a Spirit of fear but of power and love and self-control.
Titus 2:8
and a sound message that cannot be criticized, so that any opponent will be at a loss, because he has nothing evil to say about us.
James 4:17
So whoever knows what is good to do and does not do it is guilty of sin.
Revelation 21:8
But to the cowards, unbelievers, detestable persons, murderers, the sexually immoral, and those who practice magic spells, idol worshipers, and all those who lie, their place will be in the lake that burns with fire and sulfur. That is the second death."