Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 4:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 4:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 4:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Nehemiah, Tobiah was making fun of the wall that the people were building, saying that it was so weak that even a little fox could knock it down. The message here is about some people not believing in the project and trying to discourage those who are working hard.

Nehemiah 4:3: Now Tobiah the Ammonite [was] by him, and he said, Even that which they build, if a fox go up, he shall even break down their stone wall.

Contradiction with Proverbs 18:10

This verse speaks to the strength and safety found in the name of the Lord, while Nehemiah 4:3 mocks the strength of the Jewish builders' wall.

Proverbs 18:10: The name of the LORD [is] a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe. [safe: Heb. set aloft]

Contradiction with Colossians 3:23

This verse encourages doing work heartily for the Lord, contradicting Nehemiah 4:3 where the work is derided as weak and feeble.

Colossians 3:23: And whatsoever ye do, do [it] heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;

Contradiction with Philippians 4:13

Proclaims that all things can be done through Christ's strength, which opposes the ridicule in Nehemiah 4:3 about the builders' capabilities.

Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31

Suggests renewed strength will be given to those who wait on the Lord, counter to Nehemiah 4:3's mockery of the builders' presumed weakness.

Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint. [renew: Heb. change]

Paradox #1

Nehemiah 4:3 itself may not directly present a contradiction, inconsistency, or conflict. It describes a mocking statement from an adversary during the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls. If you're looking for potential contradictions, you might consider the broader context, such as differing biblical teachings on how to respond to ridicule or enemies. However, the verse alone doesn't present a clear contradiction. If you want a specific moral analysis, it's often insightful to compare it with other biblical teachings on responding to opposition or insults.

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