Contradiction with Genesis 11:6
This verse addresses humanity acting with a unified purpose, while Ezra 5:9 questions who authorized building efforts, opposing the unity of purpose.
Genesis 11:6: And the LORD said, Behold, the people [is] one, and they have all one language; and this they begin to do: and now nothing will be restrained from them, which they have imagined to do.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 13:10
Discusses false prophets leading people astray, potentially contradicting the rightful divine authority acknowledged in Ezra 5:9.
Ezekiel 13:10: Because, even because they have seduced my people, saying, Peace; and [there was] no peace; and one built up a wall, and, lo, others daubed it with untempered [morter]: [a wall: or, a slight wall]
Contradiction with Mark 14:58
Jesus' prediction about destroying and rebuilding the temple in three days contrasts with careful inquiry into construction authority in Ezra 5:9.
Mark 14:58: We heard him say, I will destroy this temple that is made with hands, and within three days I will build another made without hands.
Contradiction with Exodus 1:10
Pharaoh feared the Israelites’ growth and sought to control it, opposing the cooperative effort highlighted in the building project in Ezra 5:9.
Exodus 1:10: Come on, let us deal wisely with them; lest they multiply, and it come to pass, that, when there falleth out any war, they join also unto our enemies, and fight against us, and [so] get them up out of the land.
Contradiction with Isaiah 10:1
Discusses unrighteous decrees and injustice, which may contradict the lawful authorization and order sought in Ezra 5:9.
Isaiah 10:1: Woe unto them that decree unrighteous decrees, and that write grievousness [which] they have prescribed; [that write...: or, to the writers that write grievousness]