Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 3:29

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 3:29 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 3:29. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezra, this part of the story shows that Zadok and Shemaiah were helping to fix the wall of their city in front of their houses. It teaches us that everyone worked together to make their home safe again.

Nehemiah 3:29: After them repaired Zadok the son of Immer over against his house. After him repaired also Shemaiah the son of Shechaniah, the keeper of the east gate.

Contradiction with Amos 3:3

This verse questions if two can walk together unless they agree, which contrasts with Nehemiah 3:29's demonstration of collective effort.

Amos 3:3: Can two walk together, except they be agreed?

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33

Asserts that God is not the author of confusion, contrary to the diverse construction activities hinted at in Nehemiah 3:29.

1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:17

Promotes mutual improvement through fellowship, opposing the individual assignments evident in Nehemiah 3:29.

Proverbs 27:17: Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.

Contradiction with Matthew 12:25

Teaches that a house divided cannot stand, conflicting with the separate rebuilds depicted in Nehemiah 3:29.

Matthew 12:25: And Jesus knew their thoughts, and said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand:

Contradiction with Ephesians 4:3

Urges to keep unity of spirit, which contrasts with the fragmented tasks described in Nehemiah 3:29.

Ephesians 4:3: Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
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