Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 3:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 3:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 3:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Nehemiah, the verse shows how different people worked together to fix the wall. It tells us that everyone had an important job to do and worked hard to make the city safe.

Nehemiah 3:19: And next to him repaired Ezer the son of Jeshua, the ruler of Mizpah, another piece over against the going up to the armoury at the turning [of the wall].

Contradiction with Matthew 5:16

Encourages letting one's work shine before others, whereas Nehemiah 3:19 describes a specific individual's contribution in a broader communal effort without highlighting a personal display of action.

Matthew 5:16: Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

Contradiction with Romans 12:3

Advises not to think of oneself more highly than one ought, contrasting with the specific naming and possibly elevating of individual actions in Nehemiah 3:19.

Romans 12:3: For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think [of himself] more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. [soberly: Gr. to sobriety]

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 12:25-26

Emphasizes unity and equal importance of all parts, whereas Nehemiah 3:19 highlights distinct individual contributions.

1 Corinthians 12:25-26: That there should be no schism in the body; but [that] the members should have the same care one for another. [schism: or, division]

Contradiction with Luke 9:48

States that the least among you is the greatest, challenging the recognition given to one individual's specific contribution as seen in Nehemiah 3:19.

Luke 9:48: And said unto them, Whosoever shall receive this child in my name receiveth me: and whosoever shall receive me receiveth him that sent me: for he that is least among you all, the same shall be great.
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