Contradiction with Matthew 6:5
This verse advises against making a show of public actions, which might contradict the public procession in Nehemiah 12:38.
Matthew 6:5: And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites [are]: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.
Contradiction with Isaiah 29:13
This suggests that actions of worship can be performed without genuine intent, possibly contrasting with the sincerity of the procession in Nehemiah 12:38.
Isaiah 29:13: Wherefore the Lord said, Forasmuch as this people draw near [me] with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men:
Contradiction with Amos 5:21-23
This passage implies that God may reject public ceremonies if not accompanied by righteousness, contradicting the celebratory nature of Nehemiah 12:38.
Amos 5:21-23: I hate, I despise your feast days, and I will not smell in your solemn assemblies. [in...: or, your holy days]
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
Here, the focus is on the heart rather than outward actions, which contrasts with the public demonstration in Nehemiah 12:38.
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]