Contradiction with Matthew 6:16
This verse suggests fasting should be done privately, whereas Nehemiah 9:1 describes a public fast.
Matthew 6:16: Moreover when ye fast, be not, as the hypocrites, of a sad countenance: for they disfigure their faces, that they may appear unto men to fast. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:17-18
Jesus instructs individuals to anoint their head and wash their face while fasting to prevent showing others they are fasting, which contrasts with Nehemiah 9:1 where the fast is public and communal.
Matthew 6:17-18: But thou, when thou fastest, anoint thine head, and wash thy face;
Contradiction with Isaiah 58:5
This verse questions whether a day of public fasting and affliction is what God desires, implying such acts may not align with true righteousness, which could contradict the public nature of fasting in Nehemiah 9:1.
Isaiah 58:5: Is it such a fast that I have chosen? a day for a man to afflict his soul? [is it] to bow down his head as a bulrush, and to spread sackcloth and ashes [under him]? wilt thou call this a fast, and an acceptable day to the LORD? [a day...: or, to afflict his soul for a day?]
Contradiction with Luke 18:12
The Pharisee's bragging about fasting suggests that fasting could be used pridefully, different from the humble and communal act of fasting in Nehemiah 9:1.
Luke 18:12: I fast twice in the week, I give tithes of all that I possess.
Contradiction with Colossians 2:16
This verse suggests that others should not judge individuals regarding fasting, possibly contradicting the communal judgment and expression in Nehemiah 9:1.
Colossians 2:16: Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath [days]: [in meat...: or, for eating and drinking] [respect: or, part]