Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 6:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 6:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 6:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Nehemiah, when the enemies saw what the people had done, they felt sad and upset. They realized that God had helped them finish their work.

Nehemiah 6:16: And it came to pass, that when all our enemies heard [thereof], and all the heathen that [were] about us saw [these things], they were much cast down in their own eyes: for they perceived that this work was wrought of our God.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

This verse emphasizes trusting in the Lord completely rather than relying on one's understanding or achievements, contradicting Nehemiah 6:16 where the success of completing the wall is seen as work done by God through human effort, potentially implying human achievement.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5

Here, the verse warns against trusting in human strength, whereas in Nehemiah 6:16, the completion of the wall could be interpreted as a result of human effort which gains recognition.

Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.

Contradiction with Isaiah 2:17

This verse speaks about humbling human pride, in contrast to Nehemiah 6:16 where the completion of the wall might lead to a sense of pride among the people.

Isaiah 2:17: And the loftiness of man shall be bowed down, and the haughtiness of men shall be made low: and the LORD alone shall be exalted in that day.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:26

This verse emphasizes the power of God to do what is impossible for humans, whereas Nehemiah 6:16 attributes the success of building the wall to God but also involves significant human effort.

Matthew 19:26: But Jesus beheld [them], and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.

Contradiction with Psalm 127:1

It suggests that without the Lord's involvement, human efforts are in vain, contrasting the perceived human achievement in Nehemiah 6:16 despite acknowledging God's role.

Psalm 127:1: [A Song of degrees for Solomon.] Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh [but] in vain. [for...: or, of Solomon] [that...: Heb. that are builders of it in it]
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