Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 7:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 7:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 7:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Nehemiah, this verse tells us about a group of people, called the children of Pahathmoab, who were part of the families of Jeshua and Joab, and their number was 2,818. It's like saying these families were all part of a big team, and there were 2,818 people on that team.

Nehemiah 7:11: The children of Pahathmoab, of the children of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand and eight hundred [and] eighteen.

Contradiction with Ezra 2:6

This verse lists a different number for the children of Pahath-Moab, sons of Jeshua and Joab compared to Nehemiah 7:11 which might not directly reference it but can offer comparison in genealogy numbers.

Ezra 2:6: The children of Pahathmoab, of the children of Jeshua [and] Joab, two thousand eight hundred and twelve.

Paradox #1

The number of descendants mentioned in Nehemiah 7:11 is different from the number listed for the same group in Ezra 2:6. This inconsistency might cause confusion regarding the correct count of people.

Paradox #2

Numerical discrepancies in the Bible sometimes occur when numbers differ between similar passages. In Nehemiah 7:11, if this number is compared to parallel passages like those in Ezra 2, the two might list different totals for the same group of people. If there's a conflict, it typically involves these kinds of inconsistencies. However, it's important to consult the texts directly for confirmation.

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