Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezra 3:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezra 3:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezra 3:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Ezra, this verse shows how God's people worked together to rebuild a special place to worship Him, following the rules given by Moses. It teaches Christians about the importance of working together and following God's instructions.

Ezra 3:2: Then stood up Jeshua the son of Jozadak, and his brethren the priests, and Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, and his brethren, and builded the altar of the God of Israel, to offer burnt offerings thereon, as [it is] written in the law of Moses the man of God. [Jeshua: also called, Joshua] [Zerubbabel: Gr. Zorobabel] [Shealtiel: Gr. Salathiel]

Contradiction with Galatians 3:28

Contradicts the exclusivity of genealogical and cultural lineage emphasized in actions of the Jewish remnant in Ezra 3:2, promoting instead the inclusivity and unity of all people under faith in Christ.

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 Acts 10:34-35

Contradicts the focus on Jewish exclusivity in Ezra 3:2, as Peter teaches that God shows no favoritism and accepts those from every nation who fear Him and do what is right.

Acts 10:34-35: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:

Contradiction with Romans 10:12

Contradicts the particularism in Ezra 3:2, teaching that there is no distinction between Jew and Greek, and the same Lord is Lord of all.

Romans 10:12: For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him.

Paradox #1

The contradiction in Ezra 3:2 involves the mention of Jeshua and Zerubbabel building the altar. Some scholars point out that the timeline of these figures and the events surrounding the return from exile can be unclear or inconsistent with other historical records, especially in relation to Persian kingship and other biblical accounts.

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