Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 12:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 12:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 12:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God is telling the people that they will eat their food and drink their water feeling very worried and surprised because their land will become empty and sad due to all the bad things the people have done. This is a warning that the land will suffer because of the violence and wrongdoing happening there.

Ezekiel 12:19: And say unto the people of the land, Thus saith the Lord GOD of the inhabitants of Jerusalem, [and] of the land of Israel; They shall eat their bread with carefulness, and drink their water with astonishment, that her land may be desolate from all that is therein, because of the violence of all them that dwell therein. [all that...: Heb. the fulness thereof]

Contradiction with Philippians 4:19

Ezekiel 12:19 speaks of eating with anxiety and fear due to impending disaster, whereas Philippians 4:19 assures that God will supply all needs according to His riches.

Philippians 4:19: But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with Psalm 23:1

Ezekiel 12:19 depicts a time of fear and scarcity, while Psalm 23:1 declares that the Lord is a shepherd who provides and removes want.

Psalm 23:1: [A Psalm of David.] The LORD [is] my shepherd; I shall not want.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:31-32

In contrast to Ezekiel 12:19's message of fear and dread over sustenance, Matthew 6:31-32 tells not to worry about what to eat or drink, for God knows what is needed.

Matthew 6:31-32: Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Isaiah 41:10 offers reassurance to not fear or be dismayed because God will strengthen and help, which contrasts with the fear described in Ezekiel 12:19.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with John 14:27

John 14:27 speaks of peace given by Jesus, not as the world gives, countering the message of fear and anxiety in Ezekiel 12:19.

John 14:27: Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7

While Ezekiel 12:19 implies a spirit of fear, 2 Timothy 1:7 states that God has not given a spirit of fear but of power, love, and a sound mind.

2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Paradox #1

The possible contradiction in Ezekiel 12:19 could be about the message of suffering and punishment. On one hand, the verse suggests that people will suffer due to their actions, which emphasizes justice. On the other hand, the idea of collective suffering or punishment could seem harsh or unfair, especially if innocent individuals are affected. This could create a conflict between justice and mercy.

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