The Fear of God, I Don't Take None of It

Nehemiah was governor of Judah from 20th year to 32nd year of Arteserxes, the king. Nehemiah is basically saying a common practice then. He paid out of his own pocket for each day was one ox and six choice sheep and birds. Every 10 days, all kinds of wine and abundance. If you want to keep your people happy, you got to keep them drinking.