Nehemiah 11:2
And the people blessed all the men, that willingly offered themselves to dwell at Jerusalem.
Cross-references
Judges 5:9
Parallel
Judges 5:9 also praises those who 'offered themselves willingly' — a direct parallel to the volunteers in Nehemiah.
2 Corinthians 8:17
Parallel
2 Corinthians 8:17 says Titus goes 'of his own accord' — a willing volunteer like those in Nehemiah.
Exodus 25:2
Parallel
Exodus 25:2 calls for a willing heart offering — the same principle of voluntary service seen in Nehemiah.
Judges 5:2
Allusion
Judges 5:2 echoes 'the people willingly offer themselves' — a strong thematic parallel to the volunteers.
1 Corinthians 9:17
Parallel
1 Corinthians 9:17 contrasts willing vs unwilling service, directly relating to the voluntary offering in Nehemiah.