Contradiction with Proverbs 19:11
Nehemiah 4:1 shows anger and wrath from Sanballat when provoked, while Proverbs 19:11 promotes discretion and forgiveness over anger.
Proverbs 19:11: The discretion of a man deferreth his anger; and [it is] his glory to pass over a transgression. [discretion: or, prudence]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Nehemiah 4:1 depicts animosity from Sanballat towards the Jews, whereas Matthew 5:44 instructs to love and pray for enemies.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
Nehemiah 4:1 highlights Sanballat's desire for revenge against the Israelites, while Romans 12:19 advises leaving vengeance to God.
Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:31
Nehemiah 4:1 presents bitterness and wrath from Sanballat, in contrast to Ephesians 4:31, which urges believers to put away bitterness, wrath, and anger.
Ephesians 4:31: Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice:
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
Nehemiah 4:1 shows retaliatory behavior by Sanballat, whereas 1 Peter 3:9 teaches not to repay evil for evil or insult for insult.
1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.