Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezra 8:31

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezra 8:31 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezra 8:31. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezra, this verse means that with God's help, they started their journey safely from the river and traveled to Jerusalem without the bad people stopping them. God protected them all the way.

Ezra 8:31: Then we departed from the river of Ahava on the twelfth [day] of the first month, to go unto Jerusalem: and the hand of our God was upon us, and he delivered us from the hand of the enemy, and of such as lay in wait by the way.

Contradiction with Matt 26:52

Jesus instructs Peter to put away his sword, implying that faith alone should be relied upon for protection, contradicting Ezra 8:31 where reliance on divine protection during a perilous journey is evident.

Matt 26:52:

Contradiction with Ps 20:7

This verse emphasizes trust in worldly things, like chariots and horses, in contrast to Ezra 8:31, which highlights trust in God's protection.

Ps 20:7:

Contradiction with Jer 17:5

The verse warns against trusting in man, which conflicts with the emphasis on divine protection in Ezra 8:31.

Jer 17:5:

Contradiction with Prov 21:31

It indicates that preparation and human effort, like being ready for battle, are required, as opposed to Ezra 8:31, which describes reliance solely on God's protection.

Prov 21:31:

Contradiction with Ps 44:6

This verse suggests not trusting in one's weapons or bow for safety, while Ezra 8:31 relies directly on divine protection without weapons.

Ps 44:6:

Contradiction with Is 31:1

Warns against seeking help from Egypt for security, emphasizing reliance on God, which aligns but also highlights human tendencies contrasted in Ezra 8:31.

Is 31:1:
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