Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nahum 3:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nahum 3:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nahum 3:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the book of Nahum, God is asking if a city is better than another big city that was near rivers and surrounded by water. This helps show that just like the big city fell, other cities could face hard times too if they are not careful.

Nahum 3:8: Art thou better than populous No, that was situate among the rivers, [that had] the waters round about it, whose rampart [was] the sea, [and] her wall [was] from the sea? [populous...: or, nourishing, etc: Heb. No Amon]

Contradiction with Isaiah 19:1

This verse indicates the impending judgment and desolation of Egypt, whereas Nahum 3:8 compares Nineveh's strength to populous No (Thebes in Egypt), implying stability and greatness at that time.

Isaiah 19:1: The burden of Egypt. Behold, the LORD rideth upon a swift cloud, and shall come into Egypt: and the idols of Egypt shall be moved at his presence, and the heart of Egypt shall melt in the midst of it.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 30:14-16

These verses describe the destruction and desolation of Thebes (No), contradicting Nahum 3:8 which implies its strength and security at that time.

Ezekiel 30:14-16: And I will make Pathros desolate, and will set fire in Zoan, and will execute judgments in No. [Zoan: or, Tanis]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 46:25

Here God announces punishment for Amon of Thebes, contradicting Nahum 3:8 by highlighting its vulnerability rather than strength and safety.

Jeremiah 46:25: The LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, saith; Behold, I will punish the multitude of No, and Pharaoh, and Egypt, with their gods, and their kings; even Pharaoh, and [all] them that trust in him: [multitude: or, nourisher: Heb. Amon]

Paradox #1

Nahum 3:8 refers to the city of Thebes in Egypt using its ancient name, "No-Amon." Some people might find a contradiction or inconsistency because Thebes was considered a powerful and significant city, and the verse talks about its downfall. This can be puzzling since Thebes' destruction is not widely detailed in earlier texts, creating confusion about historical records.

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