Within The Palace Gates

Written by Anna P. Siviter

This is the story of Nehemiah, the cupbearer to the King of Persia. It follows a man who has lost his wife and son in a Samaritan raid on Jerusalem to Susa where he plans to ask the King to allow Jerusalem to rebuild the walls. But before he is in Susa for one night he runs into Nehemiah and tells him of how Jerusalem has fared. Nehemiah is also a Jew and the two make an amazing discovery. Together the two begin making plans to approach the King, which eventually Nehemiah is successful in doing and gaining the Kings permission and blessing. The story then follows the two as they journey back to Jerusalem to begin rebuilding the walls, and those who would rather not see them succeed.

This is another book that the kids often would ask, “Is it time to read yet?” Filled with suspense, excitement, fear, and devotion to God, it is a wonderful book to compliment your study of Nehemiah and the return of the exiles to Jerusalem.

Posted by Jeannine

My kids just *loved* this book! It very effectively pulled us into the time period and all the emotions that went with the events. Highly recommended!

Jeannine