Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezra 10:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezra 10:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezra 10:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezra, if anyone didn't come back in three days, they would lose all their things and not be part of the group anymore. This was because everyone needed to follow the rules and be together.

Ezra 10:8: And that whosoever would not come within three days, according to the counsel of the princes and the elders, all his substance should be forfeited, and himself separated from the congregation of those that had been carried away. [forfeited: Heb. devoted]

Contradiction with Matthew 19:6

Contradicts Ezra 10:8 by emphasizing the permanence of marriage, stating, "What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder."

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 Galatians 3:28

Contradicts Ezra 10:8 by emphasizing unity in Christ across cultural and ethnic divisions, saying, "There is neither Jew nor Greek, [...] for ye are all one in Christ Jesus."

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 1 Corinthians 7:13

Contradicts Ezra 10:8 by advising believers to stay married to unbelieving spouses if they are willing to live together.

1 Corinthians 7:13: And the woman which hath an husband that believeth not, and if he be pleased to dwell with her, let her not leave him.

Contradiction with Malachi 2:16

Contradicts Ezra 10:8 by stating that God hates divorce and admonishing against dealing treacherously with the wife of one's youth.

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]

Paradox #1

Ezra 10:8 describes a command for those who disobey to be punished by losing their property and being expelled from the community. This could seem inconsistent with the New Testament teachings of forgiveness and reconciliation. For instance, Jesus often emphasized forgiveness and inclusivity, which might appear in conflict with the harsh penalty in Ezra.

Paradox #2

Ezra 10:8 speaks about severe consequences for those who do not obey a specific command, including losing their property. A contradiction could arise if one views the punishment as too harsh or not leaving room for mercy and forgiveness, conflicting with other biblical teachings on compassion and grace.

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