Nehemiah 2:4

2:4 The king responded, 1  “What is it you are seeking?” Then I quickly prayed to the God of heaven

Nehemiah 8:11

8:11 Then the Levites quieted all the people saying, “Be quiet, for this day is holy. Do not grieve.”

Nehemiah 13:12

13:12 Then all of Judah brought the tithe of the grain, the new wine, and the olive oil to the storerooms.

1 tn Heb “said to me.”