Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
This verse emphasizes unity and equality among believers, regardless of ethnicity, in contrast to Nehemiah 13:3, where separation from foreign associations is emphasized.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with Acts 10:34-35
Highlights that God accepts people from any nation who fear Him, which contrasts with the exclusion of foreign elements in Nehemiah 13:3.
Acts 10:34-35: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:
Contradiction with Isaiah 56:6-7
Speaks of the inclusion of foreigners who join themselves to the Lord, which contrasts with the exclusionary action in Nehemiah 13:3.
Isaiah 56:6-7: Also the sons of the stranger, that join themselves to the LORD, to serve him, and to love the name of the LORD, to be his servants, every one that keepeth the sabbath from polluting it, and taketh hold of my covenant;
Contradiction with Romans 10:12
Discusses there being no difference between Jew and Greek, which can contradict the separation of the mixed multitude in Nehemiah 13:3.
Romans 10:12: For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him.
Contradiction with Ruth 1:16
Displays loyalty and inclusion of a foreigner into the Israelite community, contrasting with the rejection emphasized in Nehemiah 13:3.
Ruth 1:16: And Ruth said, Intreat me not to leave thee, [or] to return from following after thee: for whither thou goest, I will go; and where thou lodgest, I will lodge: thy people [shall be] my people, and thy God my God: [Intreat...: or, Be not against me]
Contradiction with Ephesians 2:14
Talks about Christ breaking down the dividing wall between Jews and Gentiles, in contrast to the separation from non-Israelites in Nehemiah 13:3.
Ephesians 2:14: For he is our peace, who hath made both one, and hath broken down the middle wall of partition [between us];
Contradiction with Matthew 28:19
Jesus' command to make disciples of all nations, showing an inclusiveness that contrasts with the exclusionary measures in Nehemiah 13:3.
Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]
Contradiction with Isaiah 2:2-3
Predicts nations flowing to the Lord's house, encompassing an inclusive vision opposing the segregation seen in Nehemiah 13:3.
Isaiah 2:2-3: And it shall come to pass in the last days, [that] the mountain of the LORD'S house shall be established in the top of the mountains, and shall be exalted above the hills; and all nations shall flow unto it. [established: or, prepared]
Contradiction with Zechariah 8:23
Portrays people of different languages seeking to join the Jews, suggesting inclusion, as opposed to the exclusion in Nehemiah 13:3.
Zechariah 8:23: Thus saith the LORD of hosts; In those days [it shall come to pass], that ten men shall take hold out of all languages of the nations, even shall take hold of the skirt of him that is a Jew, saying, We will go with you: for we have heard [that] God [is] with you.
Paradox #1
This verse may present a contradiction or conflict related to the values of inclusion versus exclusion. The action described can be seen as opposing the idea of welcoming and accepting all people, which contrasts with other biblical teachings about love and acceptance.