Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:38-40
This passage prophesies the rebuilding and restoration of Jerusalem, in contrast to Matthew 23:38, where Jesus declares the desolation of the house (temple).
Jeremiah 31:38-40: Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that the city shall be built to the LORD from the tower of Hananeel unto the gate of the corner.
Contradiction with Isaiah 62:4
This verse speaks of God’s delight in Jerusalem and its restoration, opposing Matthew 23:38, where desolation is pronounced over the city.
Isaiah 62:4: Thou shalt no more be termed Forsaken; neither shall thy land any more be termed Desolate: but thou shalt be called Hephzibah, and thy land Beulah: for the LORD delighteth in thee, and thy land shall be married. [Hephzibah: that is, My delight is in her] [Beulah: that is, Married]
Contradiction with Isaiah 44:26
Here, God promises to restore the cities of Judah, contrasting the idea of desolation mentioned in Matthew 23:38.
Isaiah 44:26: That confirmeth the word of his servant, and performeth the counsel of his messengers; that saith to Jerusalem, Thou shalt be inhabited; and to the cities of Judah, Ye shall be built, and I will raise up the decayed places thereof: [decayed...: Heb. wastes]
Contradiction with Zechariah 8:3
God declares He will return to Zion and dwell in Jerusalem, contradicting the desolation spoken of in Matthew 23:38.
Zechariah 8:3: Thus saith the LORD; I am returned unto Zion, and will dwell in the midst of Jerusalem: and Jerusalem shall be called a city of truth; and the mountain of the LORD of hosts the holy mountain.
Contradiction with Psalm 132:13-14
The psalmist describes the Lord's choice of Zion as His dwelling place forever, which conflicts with the desolation stated in Matthew 23:38.
Psalm 132:13-14: For the LORD hath chosen Zion; he hath desired [it] for his habitation.