Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezra 9:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezra 9:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezra 9:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezra, God has been kind by giving the people a chance to escape and find a safe and special place, helping them feel better and more hopeful, even when they were having a hard time.

Ezra 9:8: And now for a little space grace hath been [shewed] from the LORD our God, to leave us a remnant to escape, and to give us a nail in his holy place, that our God may lighten our eyes, and give us a little reviving in our bondage. [space: Heb. moment] [a nail: or, a pin: that is, a constant and sure abode]

Contradiction with Psalm 37:11

While Ezra 9:8 speaks of grace and a remnant, Psalm 37:11 discusses the meek inheriting the land, suggesting a different basis for favor.

Psalm 37:11: But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.

Contradiction with Proverbs 10:30

Ezra 9:8 implies instability and temporary reprieve through grace, whereas Proverbs 10:30 claims the righteous shall never be removed, implying permanency.

Proverbs 10:30: The righteous shall never be removed: but the wicked shall not inhabit the earth.

Contradiction with Isaiah 3:10

Ezra discusses a remnant spared due to grace, while Isaiah 3:10 states that it shall be well with the righteous, emphasizing reward for righteousness.

Isaiah 3:10: Say ye to the righteous, that [it shall be] well [with him]: for they shall eat the fruit of their doings.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:5

Ezra mentions being given a nail in the holy place through grace; Matthew 5:5 suggests that the meek inherently inherit the earth, without a focus on divine reprieve.

Matthew 5:5: Blessed [are] the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

Contradiction with Romans 5:2

Ezra speaks of a brief moment of grace, whereas Romans 5:2 suggests a standing grace through faith, implying a consistent state.

Romans 5:2: By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.
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