In Nehemiah 6, the repair of the walls and gates was completed in 52 days, just before the beginning of the seventh month of God's calendar. The people gather together in Jerusalem for the Feast of Trumpets (first day of the seventh month) and listen to God's word, showing deep respect and understanding that they have departed from it. In chapter 8, we see the pattern of the holy convocation as Ezra, Nehemiah, and the scribes spoke to the people, and we see their repentance and tremendous attitude in desiring to return to God and His ways.