Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 13:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 13:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 13:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Nehemiah, he was upset with the leaders of Judah for doing bad things on the special day meant for rest and worship. He wanted them to respect the day God made for resting to make God happy.

Nehemiah 13:17: Then I contended with the nobles of Judah, and said unto them, What evil thing [is] this that ye do, and profane the sabbath day?

Contradiction with Exodus 20:8

This verse commands the keeping of the Sabbath holy, aligning with Nehemiah 13:17's call for observing the Sabbath, which could be seen as contradictory if interpreted as allowing for work or other activities, depending on context.

Exodus 20:8: Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy.

Contradiction with Mark 2:27

This verse indicates the Sabbath was made for man's benefit, which could be seen as in tension with Nehemiah 13:17's strict observance, suggesting a more flexible approach to Sabbath rules.

Mark 2:27: And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath:

Contradiction with Colossians 2:16

This verse suggests not to judge others regarding Sabbath days, which could contradict Nehemiah 13:17's approach of rebuking those who profane the Sabbath, promoting a more lenient view.

Colossians 2:16: Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath [days]: [in meat...: or, for eating and drinking] [respect: or, part]

Contradiction with Romans 14:5

Here, Paul speaks of individuals regarding one day above another or every day alike. It suggests personal conviction over strict Sabbath observance and contrasts with Nehemiah 13:17's strict enforcement.

Romans 14:5: One man esteemeth one day above another: another esteemeth every day [alike]. Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind. [fully persuaded: or, fully assured]

Contradiction with Matthew 12:8

Jesus’s statement that He is "Lord of the Sabbath" can be seen as offering authority to override traditional Sabbath laws, potentially at odds with Nehemiah 13:17’s emphasis on strict observance.

Matthew 12:8: For the Son of man is Lord even of the sabbath day.
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