Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 6:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 6:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 6:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Nehemiah, Sanballat was trying to scare Nehemiah by sending him a letter for the fifth time. The letter was open so everyone could see it, making it like someone spreading a rumor.

Nehemiah 6:5: Then sent Sanballat his servant unto me in like manner the fifth time with an open letter in his hand;

Contradiction with Proverbs 26:4

Nehemiah 6:5 shows a persistent attempt to provoke a response, whereas Proverbs 26:4 advises against responding to foolish provocation to avoid being like them.

Proverbs 26:4: Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest thou also be like unto him.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Nehemiah 6:5 involves schemes and conflict, while Matthew 5:44 instructs to love and pray for enemies, presenting a contradiction in approach.

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 16:7

In Nehemiah 6:5, there is ongoing conflict, whereas Proverbs 16:7 suggests that pleasing God leads to peace even with enemies, implying a lack of divine favor.

Proverbs 16:7: When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Nehemiah 6:5 depicts an unresolved conflict, while Romans 12:18 encourages living peaceably with all when possible, contrasting with the hostile situation.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Contradiction with James 3:17

Nehemiah 6:5 involves deceit, in contrast, James 3:17 speaks of wisdom from above being pure and peaceable, emphasizing truth and integrity.

James 3:17: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]
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