Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 5:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 5:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 5:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Nehemiah, he focused on building the wall and didn't buy any land, and his helpers worked hard with him on the wall. This shows that Nehemiah was a good leader who cared more about helping everyone than getting richer.

Nehemiah 5:16: Yea, also I continued in the work of this wall, neither bought we any land: and all my servants [were] gathered thither unto the work.

Contradiction with Proverbs 13:11

This verse talks about wealth gathered by labor, which could contrast with Nehemiah modeling not taking advantage of his position, emphasizing different values on labor and wealth.

Proverbs 13:11: Wealth [gotten] by vanity shall be diminished: but he that gathereth by labour shall increase. [by labour: Heb. with the hand]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19

Encourages laying not treasures upon earth, while Nehemiah 5:16 involves participation in work on the wall, potentially contributing to earthly gains.

Matthew 6:19: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

Contradiction with Luke 12:15

Warns against covetousness, while Nehemiah refused personal gain, this juxtaposes emphasis between warnings and actual conduct.

Luke 12:15: And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:13

States every man should enjoy the good of his labor, but Nehemiah did not follow this norm for personal benefit.

Ecclesiastes 3:13: And also that every man should eat and drink, and enjoy the good of all his labour, it [is] the gift of God.
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