Contradiction with Ezekiel 13:10
This verse speaks against false prophets, highlighting their deception, which contrasts with the message in Ezekiel 13:18 about creating false assurances for personal gain.
Ezekiel 13:10: Because, even because they have seduced my people, saying, Peace; and [there was] no peace; and one built up a wall, and, lo, others daubed it with untempered [morter]: [a wall: or, a slight wall]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 23:16
Warns against listening to false prophets and the deceit of their own hearts, conflicting with the misleading assurances mentioned in Ezekiel 13:18.
Jeremiah 23:16: Thus saith the LORD of hosts, Hearken not unto the words of the prophets that prophesy unto you: they make you vain: they speak a vision of their own heart, [and] not out of the mouth of the LORD.
Contradiction with Matthew 24:24
Warns about false prophets showing great signs, in contrast to Ezekiel 13:18's depiction of deception through false spiritual powers.
Matthew 24:24: For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if [it were] possible, they shall deceive the very elect.
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 4:3-4
Refers to people turning away from the truth and listening to myths, contradicting the deceptive practices criticized in Ezekiel 13:18.
2 Timothy 4:3-4: For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears;
Contradiction with 2 Peter 2:1
Mentions false teachers introducing destructive heresies, opposing the misleading assurances and falsehoods highlighted in Ezekiel 13:18.
2 Peter 2:1: But there were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers among you, who privily shall bring in damnable heresies, even denying the Lord that bought them, and bring upon themselves swift destruction.
Paradox #1
This verse could present a theological issue because it involves the condemnation of false prophets who use magic charms. Some readers might see a conflict between this and other passages that discuss the power of faith and God's protection, raising questions about how much influence false prophets or magical practices can actually have. Additionally, the use of magic as a significant threat in this context might seem inconsistent with other teachings that emphasize God's ultimate power over any other forces.
Paradox #2
Ezekiel 13:18 may seem contradictory because it speaks against certain women who practice magic and deceive people, while other parts of the Bible record instances where women and men receive messages from God in ways that may seem mysterious or supernatural. The potential conflict arises in distinguishing between divinely inspired acts and deceptive practices. This could raise questions about how to tell the difference between true and false spiritual experiences.
Paradox #3
The moral conflict in Ezekiel 13:18 could be that it criticizes false prophecies and misleading spiritual practices, yet some readers might struggle to discern who is genuinely speaking the truth. This can create confusion and mistrust, making it challenging to distinguish between true and false guidance in spiritual matters.