Nehemiah 1:10-11
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10 “The Israelites are your servants and your people. You used your great power and rescued them. 11 So, Lord, please listen to my prayer. And listen to the prayers of all your other servants who are happy to honor you. Help me today as I ask the king for help. Make him pleased with me so that he will be kind and give me what I ask for.”
At that time, I was the king’s wine servant.[a]
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- Nehemiah 1:11 wine servant This important official was always close to the king and tasted the food and wine to make sure they were safe for the king to eat and drink.
Nehemiah 1:10-11
New International Version
10 “They are your servants and your people, whom you redeemed by your great strength and your mighty hand.(A) 11 Lord, let your ear be attentive(B) to the prayer of this your servant and to the prayer of your servants who delight in revering your name. Give your servant success today by granting him favor(C) in the presence of this man.”
I was cupbearer(D) to the king.
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