Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezra 1:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezra 1:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezra 1:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Ezra, the people around helped their friends by giving them silver, gold, animals, and other valuable things. They wanted to support those who were getting ready to go on a special journey.

Ezra 1:6: And all they that [were] about them strengthened their hands with vessels of silver, with gold, with goods, and with beasts, and with precious things, beside all [that] was willingly offered. [strengthened...: that is, helped them]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:42

This verse contradicts Ezra 1:6 by promoting active giving to others, while Ezra 1:6 discusses receiving help from neighbors.

Matthew 5:42: Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away.

Contradiction with Proverbs 21:13

This verse suggests that without compassion and helping others, one will not be heard, contradicting Ezra 1:6 where people give willingly to aid the return to Jerusalem.

Proverbs 21:13: Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself, but shall not be heard.
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