Contradiction with Genesis 10:32
Contradicts the timing of the lineage in Ezra 7:1 as Genesis details all nations after the flood, suggesting a complete genealogical record before Ezra's time.
Genesis 10:32: These [are] the families of the sons of Noah, after their generations, in their nations: and by these were the nations divided in the earth after the flood.
Contradiction with Exodus 24:7
Highlights a different covenant experience compared to Ezra 7:1's focus on a specific lineage and decree.
Exodus 24:7: And he took the book of the covenant, and read in the audience of the people: and they said, All that the LORD hath said will we do, and be obedient.
Contradiction with Numbers 12:6-8
Presents a different form of direct communication between God and Moses, contrasting with Ezra's mediated commission.
Numbers 12:6-8: And he said, Hear now my words: If there be a prophet among you, [I] the LORD will make myself known unto him in a vision, [and] will speak unto him in a dream.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 34:10
Claims no prophet like Moses has arisen, which may contrast with Ezra's prominent role.
Deuteronomy 34:10: And there arose not a prophet since in Israel like unto Moses, whom the LORD knew face to face,
Contradiction with Judges 21:25
Describes a time of no centralized leadership, potentially conflicting with the structured authority implied in Ezra 7:1.
Judges 21:25: In those days [there was] no king in Israel: every man did [that which was] right in his own eyes.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 3:1
Speaks of a lack of vision and rarity of God's word, opposed to Ezra 7:1's context where God’s law is fully accessible.
1 Samuel 3:1: And the child Samuel ministered unto the LORD before Eli. And the word of the LORD was precious in those days; [there was] no open vision.
Contradiction with 2 Kings 17:6-7
Describes the exile due to disobedience, which contradicts Ezra 7:1’s narrative of return and restoration.
2 Kings 17:6-7: In the ninth year of Hoshea the king of Assyria took Samaria, and carried Israel away into Assyria, and placed them in Halah and in Habor [by] the river of Gozan, and in the cities of the Medes.
Contradiction with Nehemiah 13:7-9
Suggests a conflict with temple practices, contrasting with Ezra 7's religious dedication.
Nehemiah 13:7-9: And I came to Jerusalem, and understood of the evil that Eliashib did for Tobiah, in preparing him a chamber in the courts of the house of God.
Contradiction with Isaiah 29:13
Criticizes hollow worship, potentially contradicting the religious intent mentioned in Ezra 7:1.
Isaiah 29:13: Wherefore the Lord said, Forasmuch as this people draw near [me] with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men:
Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:31-33
Promises a new covenant, in contrast with the continuation of old practices in Ezra 7:1.
Jeremiah 31:31-33: Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel, and with the house of Judah:
Contradiction with Hosea 6:6
Emphasizes mercy over sacrifice, differing from Ezra’s legal adherence as found in Ezra 7:1.
Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.
Contradiction with Amos 5:21-23
Rejects ritual worship without justice, which can oppose the ceremonial emphasis in Ezra.
Amos 5:21-23: I hate, I despise your feast days, and I will not smell in your solemn assemblies. [in...: or, your holy days]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:17
Introduces a fulfillment of the law in Christ, seemingly contrasting with Ezra's focus on Mosaic law.
Matthew 5:17: Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.
Contradiction with John 1:17
Declares grace and truth through Jesus, contrasting the law structure in Ezra.
John 1:17: For the law was given by Moses, [but] grace and truth came by Jesus Christ.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:10-11
Criticizes reliance on the law for righteousness, which Ezra 7:1 might seem to emphasize.
Galatians 3:10-11: For as many as are of the works of the law are under the curse: for it is written, Cursed [is] every one that continueth not in all things which are written in the book of the law to do them.