Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
Nehemiah 12:36 mentions rejoicing and ceremonial procession, while Matthew 5:39, which advises turning the other cheek, contrasts with themes of celebration and outward display.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Contradiction with Luke 6:29
Similar to Matthew 5:39, this verse instructs to offer the other cheek, contrasting with the celebratory nature and unity in Nehemiah 12:36 by emphasizing humility and personal sacrifice.
Luke 6:29: And unto him that smiteth thee on the [one] cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not [to take thy] coat also.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:4
Ecclesiastes speaks to a time for weeping, contrasting with the time for rejoicing in Nehemiah 12:36, highlighting different responses to life events.
Ecclesiastes 3:4: A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;
Contradiction with Romans 12:2
The call to not conform in Romans stands in tension with the organized and traditional procession described in Nehemiah 12:36.
Romans 12:2: And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what [is] that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
This verse emphasizes inward qualities over outward appearances, which could contradict the focus on the external ceremony in Nehemiah 12:36.
1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]