Contradiction with Proverbs 12:18
This verse emphasizes the value of wise and healing words, contradicting the call for prophesying against misguided leaders in Ezekiel 11:4.
Proverbs 12:18: There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise [is] health.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Here, Jesus teaches to love and pray for enemies, which contradicts the directive to prophesy against individuals in Ezekiel 11:4.
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
This verse advises against taking revenge and instead leaving room for God's wrath, contrasting with the proactive stance of confronting leaders in Ezekiel 11:4.
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 James 1:19
Encourages listening and being slow to speak or become angry, which could be seen as opposing the active prophesying directive of Ezekiel 11:4.
James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
Advises not to repay evil with evil, conflicting with the act of prophesying judgment against people as seen in Ezekiel 11:4.
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.
Paradox #1
This type of issue might arise when a verse calls for prophesying or warning against a group of people, but it raises ethical questions about judgment and fairness. Some might see a conflict in how those pronouncements align with themes of compassion and forgiveness found elsewhere. However, without specific analysis of the verse's content, it is important to consider the broader context of surrounding texts for a full understanding.