Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 7:56

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 7:56 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 7:56. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Nehemiah, this verse is part of a list telling about families who returned to Jerusalem. It's like a roll call showing that everyone, even small families, mattered in rebuilding their home.

Nehemiah 7:56: The children of Neziah, the children of Hatipha.

Contradiction with Matthew 20:16

Nehemiah 7:56 lists specific descendants of "Solomon's servants," indicating a stance on servitude and legacy, whereas Matthew 20:16 states that "the last shall be first, and the first last," emphasizing equality and a reversal of status.

Matthew 20:16: So the last shall be first, and the first last: for many be called, but few chosen.

Contradiction with Galatians 3:28

Nehemiah 7:56 identifies individuals based on their lineage, while Galatians 3:28 declares there is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, highlighting the equality of all in Christ.

Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with James 2:1

Nehemiah 7:56 categorizes people based on ancestral roles, contrasting James 2:1 which advises against showing favoritism or partiality among believers.

James 2:1: My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, [the Lord] of glory, with respect of persons.

Contradiction with Acts 10:34

Nehemiah 7:56 acknowledges specific groups tied to servitude, differing from Acts 10:34 where Peter says God shows no favoritism, recognizing individuals beyond status or background.

Acts 10:34: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:

Contradiction with Colossians 3:11

Nehemiah 7:56 references lineage and status, in contrast with Colossians 3:11, which states that distinctions such as slave and free do not exist in Christ.

Colossians 3:11: Where there is neither Greek nor Jew, circumcision nor uncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, bond [nor] free: but Christ [is] all, and in all.
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