Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 4:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 4:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 4:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Nehemiah, he told the people to stay inside the city at night to help keep it safe and work during the day. This way, everyone could protect the city together and also do their jobs.

Nehemiah 4:22: Likewise at the same time said I unto the people, Let every one with his servant lodge within Jerusalem, that in the night they may be a guard to us, and labour on the day.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Nehemiah 4:22 implies taking precautions against adversaries, whereas Matthew 5:44 teaches to love and pray for 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 Proverbs 25:21-22

Nehemiah 4:22 suggests defense and preparedness against foes, while Proverbs 25:21-22 suggests feeding and showing kindness to enemies.

Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Nehemiah 4:22 emphasizes readiness to guard against threats, whereas Romans 12:19 advises against personal vengeance, leaving it to God's wrath.

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.
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