Contradiction with Ezra 3:8
While Ezra 4:24 mentions the cessation of work on the house of God, Ezra 3:8 describes the beginning of the construction efforts with enthusiasm and unity.
Ezra 3:8: Now in the second year of their coming unto the house of God at Jerusalem, in the second month, began Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, and Jeshua the son of Jozadak, and the remnant of their brethren the priests and the Levites, and all they that were come out of the captivity unto Jerusalem; and appointed the Levites, from twenty years old and upward, to set forward the work of the house of the LORD.
Contradiction with Ezra 5:1-2
This verse describes the resumption of work on the temple, contradicting the stoppage mentioned in Ezra 4:24 by showing that the work continued despite the opposition.
Ezra 5:1-2: Then the prophets, Haggai the prophet, and Zechariah the son of Iddo, prophesied unto the Jews that [were] in Judah and Jerusalem in the name of the God of Israel, [even] unto them.
Contradiction with Haggai 1:14
Although Ezra 4:24 notes the halting of the temple's construction, Haggai 1:14 highlights the stirring of spirits to resume and complete the work on God's house.
Haggai 1:14: And the LORD stirred up the spirit of Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and the spirit of Joshua the son of Josedech, the high priest, and the spirit of all the remnant of the people; and they came and did work in the house of the LORD of hosts, their God,
Contradiction with Zechariah 4:9
Here, the verse emphasizes the completion of the temple under Zerubbabel, which stands against the stoppage of work mentioned in Ezra 4:24.
Zechariah 4:9: The hands of Zerubbabel have laid the foundation of this house; his hands shall also finish it; and thou shalt know that the LORD of hosts hath sent me unto you.
Contradiction with Nehemiah 2:20
This verse contradicts Ezra 4:24 by asserting the authority and support for rebuilding efforts, implying that the work on the temple should not cease.
Nehemiah 2:20: Then answered I them, and said unto them, The God of heaven, he will prosper us; therefore we his servants will arise and build: but ye have no portion, nor right, nor memorial, in Jerusalem.