Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 4:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 4:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 4:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book Nehemiah, the people building the wall had to keep a sword close to them to stay safe from enemies, while one person stayed near to blow a trumpet if there was danger. They worked hard together, ready to protect themselves if needed.

Nehemiah 4:18: For the builders, every one had his sword girded by his side, and [so] builded. And he that sounded the trumpet [was] by me. [by his side: Heb. on his loins]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Instructs to turn the other cheek instead of defending oneself, contrasting the armed defense in Nehemiah 4:18.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Advises against taking vengeance and instead give place to God's wrath, contrasting the self-defense preparation in Nehemiah 4:18.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Isaiah 2:4

Describes a future where weapons are turned into farming tools, opposing the readiness for battle shown in Nehemiah 4:18.

Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
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