Contradiction with Amos 6:1
Amos warns against complacency and self-indulgence, whereas Nehemiah 3:17 describes active participation in building and restoring.
Amos 6:1: Woe to them [that are] at ease in Zion, and trust in the mountain of Samaria, [which are] named chief of the nations, to whom the house of Israel came! [are at...: or, are secure] [chief: or, firstfruits]
Contradiction with James 2:17
James emphasizes that faith without works is dead, while Nehemiah 3:17 illustrates a collaborative work effort, potentially implying differing views on faith and action.
James 2:17: Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. [alone: Gr. by itself]
Contradiction with Matthew 23:13
Jesus criticizes religious leaders for hindering others, whereas Nehemiah 3:17 presents leaders actively contributing to a communal project.
Matthew 23:13: But woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye shut up the kingdom of heaven against men: for ye neither go in [yourselves], neither suffer ye them that are entering to go in.
Contradiction with Luke 14:28
Advises calculating the cost before building, which could contrast with the imagery of collective action in Nehemiah 3:17 without detailed individual consideration.
Luke 14:28: For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have [sufficient] to finish [it]?
Contradiction with Zephaniah 1:12
Describes complacency and lack of action, conflicting with Nehemiah 3:17's theme of energetic involvement in rebuilding efforts.
Zephaniah 1:12: And it shall come to pass at that time, [that] I will search Jerusalem with candles, and punish the men that are settled on their lees: that say in their heart, The LORD will not do good, neither will he do evil. [settled: Heb. curded, or, thickened]