Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nehemiah 7:58

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nehemiah 7:58 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nehemiah 7:58. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Nehemiah, these are the names of families who returned to their homeland after living far away. They were part of a big group of people trying to rebuild their homes together.

Nehemiah 7:58: The children of Jaala, the children of Darkon, the children of Giddel,

Contradiction with James 3:17

Nehemiah 7:58 lists temple servants, whereas James 3:17 speaks of wisdom from above, unrelated to genealogical records.

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]

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:8

Nehemiah 7:58 is a specific genealogical record, while Isaiah 40:8 emphasizes the eternal nature of God's word, suggesting a different focus.

Isaiah 40:8: The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Nehemiah 7:58 lists people, whereas Matthew 5:44 teaches love for enemies, presenting a contrasting moral teaching.

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 1 Corinthians 14:33

Nehemiah 7:58 adds to potential confusion with lengthy lists, while this verse mentions God as the author of peace, underscoring clarity.

1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]

Contradiction with John 3:16

Nehemiah 7:58 is a historical account of people, while John 3:16 focuses on the universal offer of salvation, showing a difference in purpose.

John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
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