Contradiction with Matthew 5:34-36
Nehemiah sought permission for his journey and planned it, while these verses urge not to swear or make plans based on one’s own power or foresight.
Matthew 5:34-36: But I say unto you, Swear not at all; neither by heaven; for it is God's throne:
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9
Nehemiah 2:6 depicts approval and planning by a king, while Proverbs emphasizes that ultimate guidance of one's steps comes from the Lord, not human authority.
Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.
Contradiction with James 4:13-15
Nehemiah makes future plans and intentions, whereas these verses warn against boasting of future plans without acknowledging the Lord's will.
James 4:13-15: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain:
Contradiction with Jeremiah 10:23
Nehemiah 2:6 involves human planning and decisions, while Jeremiah stresses that man’s way is not in himself, suggesting reliance on divine direction over human consent.
Jeremiah 10:23: O LORD, I know that the way of man [is] not in himself: [it is] not in man that walketh to direct his steps.
Contradiction with Psalm 146:3-4
Nehemiah gains approval from an earthly king for his journey, while this verse warns against putting trust in princes or human leaders.
Psalm 146:3-4: Put not your trust in princes, [nor] in the son of man, in whom [there is] no help. [help: or, salvation]