On this foundation : a novel
Inspired by the biblical account of Nehemiah, Jewish cupbearer to the King of Persia, this story tells of the many dangers in his return to Jerusalem and the great opposition his people faced in their efforts to rebuild the city wall.
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- ISBN: 9781490696348
- Physical Description 12 audio discs (12 hr., 45 min.) : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
- Edition Unabridged.
- Publisher Prince Frederick, MD : Recorded Books, [2015]
- Copyright ℗2015
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General Note: | Title from container. Compact disc. In container (17 cm.). GMD: compact disc. |
Participant or Performer Note: | Narrated by Suzanne Toren. |
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On This Foundation
The Powerful Concluding Novel to The Restoration Chronicles When news that the wall of Jerusalem is broken down, and its gates have been burned with fire, Nehemiah, Jewish cupbearer to King Artaxerxes in Persia, seeks God's guidance. After fasting and prayer, he's given leave to travel to Jerusalem and rebuild the city wall, not anticipating all the dangers that await him on his arrival. The leaders of the surrounding nations become his fierce enemies, plotting to assassinate him and halt the work. A drought, meanwhile, has left the country impoverished, many families resorting to selling their children as bondservants just to keep from starving. Capturing the rebuilding of the wall through the eyes of a number of characters, On This Foundation is a powerful exploration of faith in the midst of oppression, and hope that, in spite of appearances, the gracious hand of God is upon those who believe.