Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 12:31

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 12:31 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 12:31. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Nehemiah, Nehemiah brought leaders up on the wall and formed two groups to say thank you to God. One of these groups walked on the wall towards a special gate called the dung gate.

Nehemiah 12:31: Then I brought up the princes of Judah upon the wall, and appointed two great [companies of them that gave] thanks, [whereof one] went on the right hand upon the wall toward the dung gate:

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:18

Nehemiah 12:31 describes a triumphal procession, while Proverbs 16:18 warns that pride or a high spirit leads to destruction and a fall, which contrasts with celebrating successes.

Proverbs 16:18: Pride [goeth] before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:1

Nehemiah 12:31 depicts a public celebration, whereas Matthew 6:1 advises against performing acts of righteousness publicly to be seen by others.

Matthew 6:1: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]

Contradiction with James 4:6

Nehemiah 12:31 involves a grand procession, yet James 4:6 emphasizes humility over exaltation, opposing any impression of self-glorification.

James 4:6: But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.
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