Contradiction with Genesis 11:8-9
While Ezra 3:1 describes the assembly of people for a singular purpose, Genesis 11:8-9 narrates the scattering of people with confused language to prevent cooperation.
Genesis 11:8-9: So the LORD scattered them abroad from thence upon the face of all the earth: and they left off to build the city.
Contradiction with Luke 12:51-53
Ezra 3:1 mentions unity and people coming together as one, whereas Luke 12:51-53 suggests division, not peace.
Luke 12:51-53: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:
Contradiction with John 7:43
Ezra 3:1 presents unity among people, while John 7:43 shows division among the people.
John 7:43: So there was a division among the people because of him.
Contradiction with Acts 15:39
Ezra 3:1 highlights people gathering in unity, in contrast, Acts 15:39 illustrates a sharp disagreement leading to separation.
Acts 15:39: And the contention was so sharp between them, that they departed asunder one from the other: and so Barnabas took Mark, and sailed unto Cyprus;
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 11:18
Ezra 3:1 emphasizes collective unity, whereas 1 Corinthians 11:18 refers to divisions within the assembly.
1 Corinthians 11:18: For first of all, when ye come together in the church, I hear that there be divisions among you; and I partly believe it. [divisions: or, schisms]