Contradiction with Matthew 19:6
This verse emphasizes that what God has joined together, let no one separate, contradicting the idea of sending away wives as seen in Ezra 10:19.
Matthew 19:6: Wherefore they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.
Contradiction with Malachi 2:16
Here, God declares that He hates divorce, which stands in opposition to the command in Ezra 10:19 to put away foreign wives.
Malachi 2:16: For the LORD, the God of Israel, saith that he hateth putting away: for [one] covereth violence with his garment, saith the LORD of hosts: therefore take heed to your spirit, that ye deal not treacherously. [that he...: or, if he hate her, put her away] [putting...: Heb. to put away]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 7:12-13
This passage advises believers not to divorce their non-believing spouses if they are willing to live with them, contrary to the actions taken in Ezra 10:19.
1 Corinthians 7:12-13: But to the rest speak I, not the Lord: If any brother hath a wife that believeth not, and she be pleased to dwell with him, let him not put her away.
Paradox #1
Ezra 10:19 could be seen as having a contradiction because it involves people making oaths and offering sacrifices to rectify past wrongs, yet the situation may still raise questions about the fairness and justice of punishing people for decisions influenced by circumstances beyond their control. This can lead to conflict over whether such acts genuinely resolve the wrongdoing or simply impose additional burdens on individuals who may already be in difficult situations.