Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 12:32

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 12:32 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 12:32. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Nehemiah, this verse tells us that a leader named Hoshaiah and some important people from Judah joined the parade. It shows how everyone was working together to celebrate something special.

Nehemiah 12:32: And after them went Hoshaiah, and half of the princes of Judah,

Contradiction with Amos 5:21

Amos 5:21 contradicts Nehemiah 12:32 by expressing God's disdain for ceremonial gatherings, while Nehemiah 12:32 is part of a narrative involving a significant procession.

Amos 5:21: I hate, I despise your feast days, and I will not smell in your solemn assemblies. [in...: or, your holy days]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:5

Matthew 6:5 warns against public displays of piety for the sake of being seen, contrasting with Nehemiah 12:32, which involves a notable public procession.

Matthew 6:5: And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites [are]: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.

Contradiction with Isaiah 1:13

Isaiah 1:13 critiques empty religious rituals, conflicting with the celebratory ritual procession described in Nehemiah 12:32.

Isaiah 1:13: Bring no more vain oblations; incense is an abomination unto me; the new moons and sabbaths, the calling of assemblies, I cannot away with; [it is] iniquity, even the solemn meeting. [iniquity: or, grief]

Contradiction with Hosea 6:6

Hosea 6:6 emphasizes desiring mercy, not sacrifice, contrary to the formal procession and dedication in Nehemiah 12:32.

Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 7:4

Jeremiah 7:4 warns against trusting in ceremonial practices, opposing Nehemiah 12:32's account of a ceremonial event.

Jeremiah 7:4: Trust ye not in lying words, saying, The temple of the LORD, The temple of the LORD, The temple of the LORD, [are] these.
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