Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 12:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 12:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 12:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, he did exactly what God asked him to do. Ezekiel packed his things like he was going on a trip, dug through a wall, and carried his stuff on his shoulder so everyone could see.

Ezekiel 12:7: And I did so as I was commanded: I brought forth my stuff by day, as stuff for captivity, and in the even I digged through the wall with mine hand; I brought [it] forth in the twilight, [and] I bare [it] upon [my] shoulder in their sight. [digged: Heb. digged for me]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:3

This verse, which advises not letting the left hand know what the right hand does, emphasizes secrecy and discretion, contrasting with the public actions God commanded Ezekiel to perform as a sign.

Matthew 6:3: But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

Contradiction with James 1:22

Encourages being doers of the word, not hearers only, which contrasts with Ezekiel’s actions as a symbolic vision delivered to a passive audience.

James 1:22: But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.

Contradiction with Proverbs 21:23

Advises keeping one's mouth and tongue to avoid troubles, contrasting the public and demonstrative actions of Ezekiel.

Proverbs 21:23: Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:14

Speaks of being a light to the world, which suggests openness and visibility, whereas Ezekiel’s actions served as a secretive message initially.

Matthew 5:14: Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.
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