Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 4:21

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 4:21 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 4:21. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Nehemiah, the people worked hard on building the walls while some stayed ready to protect them from danger all day and night. This shows they took turns working and watching to keep everyone safe.

Nehemiah 4:21: So we laboured in the work: and half of them held the spears from the rising of the morning till the stars appeared.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Nehemiah 4:21 involves defense and preparation against enemies, whereas Matthew 5:44 teaches to love and bless one's enemies.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:20

Nehemiah 4:21 focuses on protecting against adversaries, while Romans 12:20 encourages feeding and caring for them.

Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Nehemiah 4:21 is about safeguarding against harm, contrasting with Luke 6:27, which instructs to do good to those who hate you.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

Nehemiah 4:21 emphasizes self-defense, whereas Exodus 14:14 encourages letting the Lord fight for you.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Nehemiah 4:21 involves self-protection, while Proverbs 20:22 advises against personal vengeance, urging to wait for the Lord's deliverance.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
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