Contradiction with Proverbs 27:12
This verse advises the prudent to see danger and hide, contrasting Nehemiah's willingness to meet despite potential harm.
Proverbs 27:12: A prudent [man] foreseeth the evil, [and] hideth himself; [but] the simple pass on, [and] are punished.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
This verse advises to not resist an evil person, contradicting Nehemiah's decision to confront his adversaries.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Contradiction with James 4:7
Advises to resist the devil, contrasting the idea of meeting adversaries halfway as seen in Nehemiah's approach.
James 4:7: Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
Contradiction with Isaiah 8:12
Warns against joining conspiracies, contradicting the potential threat of conspiracy Nehemiah faced by meeting.
Isaiah 8:12: Say ye not, A confederacy, to all [them to] whom this people shall say, A confederacy; neither fear ye their fear, nor be afraid.
Contradiction with Proverbs 14:16
States that a wise person fears and turns from evil, different from Nehemiah's initial acceptance to meet foes.
Proverbs 14:16: A wise [man] feareth, and departeth from evil: but the fool rageth, and is confident.