Contradiction with Proverbs 29:25
This verse mentions the fear of man as a snare, which contradicts Ebed-melech's actions motivated by concern for Jeremiah's wellbeing, where fear of man influenced his seeking the king's intervention.
Proverbs 29:25: The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe. [safe: Heb. set on high]
Contradiction with Galatians 1:10
This verse emphasizes pleasing God over men, which contradicts Ebed-melech's approaching the king, potentially indicating a concern for human approval or immediate earthly authority.
Galatians 1:10: For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.
Contradiction with Luke 12:4-5
These verses suggest fearing God rather than those who can only kill the body, which contrasts with Ebed-melech's approach to address King Zedekiah regarding Jeremiah, reflecting concern for human decisions.
Luke 12:4-5: And I say unto you my friends, Be not afraid of them that kill the body, and after that have no more that they can do.
Contradiction with Acts 5:29
This verse speaks about obeying God rather than human authorities, which can be seen as contradicting Ebed-melech’s approach, prioritizing the king's authority in the situation over a direct divine command.
Acts 5:29: Then Peter and the [other] apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:24
Here, serving two masters is described as impossible, which contradicts the scene where Ebed-melech's actions may reflect serving both God (by helping Jeremiah) and the earthly king.
Matthew 6:24: No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.