Nehemiah 13:6
But in all this time was not I at Jerusalem: for in the two and thirtieth year of Artaxerxes king of Babylon came I unto the king, and after certain days obtained I leave of the king:
Cross-references
Nehemiah 5:14
Historical context
Nehemiah 5:14 explicitly states his governorship lasted from the 20th to the 32nd year, the same period referenced in 13:6.
Nehemiah 2:1
Historical context
Nehemiah 2:1 establishes Nehemiah's role as cupbearer to Artaxerxes, providing the background for his later request for leave.
Nehemiah 2:5
Parallel
Nehemiah 2:5 records his earlier request to rebuild Jerusalem—a similar action to asking leave in 13:6.
Nehemiah 2:6
Parallel
Nehemiah 2:6 shows the king's response to a similar request, mirroring the pattern of royal permission.