Contradiction with Romans 13:1
This verse emphasizes the submission to governing authorities, whereas Ezra 4:16 speaks of potential rebellion if Jerusalem is rebuilt.
Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:13-14
Encourages submission to authorities as enforcers of good, contrasting with the adversaries' claim in Ezra 4:16 that rebuilding Jerusalem leads to rebellion.
1 Peter 2:13-14: Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;
Contradiction with Titus 3:1
Advocates for obedience to leaders and authorities, contrary to the concern of rebellion in Ezra 4:16.
Titus 3:1: Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work,
Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:7
Advises the exiles to seek peace for the city where they dwell, unlike the assumptions of insurrection in Ezra 4:16.
Jeremiah 29:7: And seek the peace of the city whither I have caused you to be carried away captives, and pray unto the LORD for it: for in the peace thereof shall ye have peace.
Contradiction with Acts 5:29
Highlights the priority of obeying God rather than human authorities, in contrast to the reliance on earthly power claims in Ezra 4:16.
Acts 5:29: Then Peter and the [other] apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.