Nehemiah 13:17
▸ Hear this chapter, lit word by wordThen I contended with the nobles of Judah, and said unto them, What evil thing is this that ye do, and profane the sabbath day?
— Nehemiah 13:17, King James Version
In other translations
World English Bible (WEB)
Then I contended with the nobles of Judah, and said to them, What evil thing is this that you do, and profane the Sabbath day?
American Standard Version (ASV)
Then I contended with the nobles of Judah, and said unto them, What evil thing is this that ye do, and profane the sabbath day?
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
And I strive with the freemen of Judah, and say to them, 'What <FI>is<Fi> this evil thing that ye are doing, and polluting the sabbath-day?