Nehemiah recounts the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s walls under Nehemiah (a Persian court official) and his reforms. It highlights leadership, communal effort, and commitment to God’s covenant during the restoration era.

Author: Traditionally Nehemiah (the protagonist) and Ezra (some overlap).

Date Written: Late 5th century BCE.

Context: As governor of Judea under Persian rule, Nehemiah’s story continues post-exilic restoration (around 445–425 BCE). His account (possibly edited by Ezra) demonstrates how political support and religious reform interplayed in rebuilding the community.