Contradiction with Ezra 7:1-5
This passage lists the genealogy of Ezra with some names that might not fully align with Nehemiah 12 lineages, suggesting different genealogical emphasis or omissions.
Ezra 7:1-5: Now after these things, in the reign of Artaxerxes king of Persia, Ezra the son of Seraiah, the son of Azariah, the son of Hilkiah,
Contradiction with 1 Chronicles 6:1-15
The genealogical list in Chronicles sometimes presents variations in names and order, which can be seen as differing from Nehemiah's lineage.
1 Chronicles 6:1-15: The sons of Levi; Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. [Gershon: or, Gershom]
Contradiction with Numbers 3:10
This verse establishes the duties of Aaron and his descendants, directly conflicting if any priestly duties or lines diverge since Nehemiah 12 emphasizes a specific genealogy.
Numbers 3:10: And thou shalt appoint Aaron and his sons, and they shall wait on their priest's office: and the stranger that cometh nigh shall be put to death.
Contradiction with 1 Chronicles 24:1-19
In detailing the divisions of the priests, any inconsistencies or different names from those in Nehemiah 12 could serve as a perceived contradiction of priestly lineage or duty.
1 Chronicles 24:1-19: Now [these are] the divisions of the sons of Aaron. The sons of Aaron; Nadab, and Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar.
Contradiction with Exodus 6:25
Mentions different genealogical details related to the Levites and Aaron's descendants which may not match precisely with Nehemiah 12.
Exodus 6:25: And Eleazar Aaron's son took him [one] of the daughters of Putiel to wife; and she bare him Phinehas: these [are] the heads of the fathers of the Levites according to their families.