Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 12:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 12:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 12:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Nehemiah, this verse lists the names of leaders or important helpers who were part of a big celebration or event. These names show us how many people worked together to take care of and celebrate their special place of worship.

Nehemiah 12:3: Shechaniah, Rehum, Meremoth, [Shechaniah: also called, Shebaniah] [Rehum: also called, Harim] [Meremoth: also called, Meraioth]

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33

Nehemiah 12:3 names specific individuals, while 1 Corinthians 14:33 suggests God is not the author of confusion, highlighting a potential historical confusion about lineage or identity.

1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Nehemiah 12:3 lists warriors or workers, whereas Matthew 5:9 speaks to the role of peacemakers, presenting opposing roles within biblical teachings.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with John 18:36

Nehemiah 12:3 focuses on earthly leaders, but John 18:36 emphasizes a kingdom "not of this world," contrasting temporal versus spiritual governance.

John 18:36: Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.
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