5 pairs
Nehemiah 13:1 refers to the law that no Ammonite or Moabite should enter the assembly of God, which is originally stated in Deuteronomy 23:3-5. This highlights the importance of adhering to God's commandments regarding the purity of the assembly.
Thematic focusObedience to the Law, Purity of the Assembly.
Nehemiah 13:10 addresses the neglect of tithes for the Levites, which is a concern also raised in Malachi 3:8-10, where God accuses Israel of robbing Him by withholding tithes and offerings.
Thematic focusFaithfulness in Giving, Support for God's Servants.
Nehemiah 13:15 deals with the violation of the Sabbath, which is a direct disobedience to the commandment given in Exodus 20:8-10 to keep the Sabbath day holy.
Thematic focusSabbath Observance, Holiness.
Nehemiah 13:23 addresses the issue of intermarriage with foreign women, a problem also confronted by Ezra in Ezra 9:1-2, emphasizing the need for Israel to remain distinct and faithful to God's covenant.
Thematic focusCovenant Faithfulness, Separation from Idolatry.
Nehemiah 13:29 is a prayer for God to remember those who defiled the priesthood, which connects to Leviticus 21:6-8 where priests are commanded to be holy and not profane God's name.
Thematic focusHoliness of the Priesthood, Divine Justice.