This paper explains that "The Book of Nehemiah" from the Old Testament describes a traditional Jewish patriarchal
leader
Nehemiah who was not a prophet or a king but rather a
governor in Judea. The author points out that Nehemiah derives his power from God, remaining a forceful and trustworthy
leader precisely because of his commitment to upholding God's law and ensuring that the Jewish people uphold the Covenant, which was made with Moses many years earlier. The paper examines five leadership practices, which can be easily applied to this story of Nehemiah: Modeling the way, inspiring a shared vision, challenging the process, enabling others to act and encouraging the heart.