Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
This verse suggests unity and equality in Christ, contradicting the exclusion or separation that occurs in Ezra 10:21.
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 Matthew 19:6
This verse emphasizes the permanence of marriage, contradicting the call for divorce in Ezra 10:21.
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
This verse states that God hates divorce, which Ezra 10:21 seems to advocate for.
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 Romans 7:2-3
This verse talks about the binding nature of marriage until death, opposing the divorces mentioned in Ezra 10:21.
Romans 7:2-3: For the woman which hath an husband is bound by the law to [her] husband so long as he liveth; but if the husband be dead, she is loosed from the law of [her] husband.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 7:12-13
Paul advises believers not to divorce non-believing spouses, which contrasts with the command to separate in Ezra 10:21.
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.