Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 14:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 14:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 14:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God spoke to him again with an important message. Christians believe that God talks to prophets to share His plans or warnings.

Ezekiel 14:12: The word of the LORD came again to me, saying,

Contradiction with Genesis 18:26

This verse suggests that God is willing to spare a city for the sake of a few righteous people, whereas Ezekiel 14:12 implies individual accountability irrespective of others' righteousness.

Genesis 18:26: And the LORD said, If I find in Sodom fifty righteous within the city, then I will spare all the place for their sakes.

Contradiction with Exodus 32:14

This shows that God can change His mind about bringing disaster, whereas Ezekiel 14:12 suggests a firm declaration of judgment.

Exodus 32:14: And the LORD repented of the evil which he thought to do unto his people.

Contradiction with Jonah 3:10

It shows God's willingness to relent from disaster when people repent, suggesting a possibility for redemption, while Ezekiel 14:12 implies inevitable judgment.

Jonah 3:10: And God saw their works, that they turned from their evil way; and God repented of the evil, that he had said that he would do unto them; and he did [it] not.

Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 7:14

This verse promises healing and forgiveness if people humble themselves and pray, potentially contradicting the inevitable judgment depicted in Ezekiel 14:12.

2 Chronicles 7:14: If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. [which...: Heb. upon whom my name is called]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 18:8

Suggests the possibility of repentance leading to God relenting from planned disaster, contrasting with the certainty of judgment in Ezekiel 14:12.

Jeremiah 18:8: If that nation, against whom I have pronounced, turn from their evil, I will repent of the evil that I thought to do unto them.

Contradiction with Isaiah 1:18

Highlights the possibility of sins being forgiven, contrasting with the judgment foretold in Ezekiel 14:12 where forgiveness is not mentioned.

Isaiah 1:18: Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.

Contradiction with Numbers 14:19-20

Shows God pardoning the iniquity of the Israelites after Moses' plea, which contrasts with the seemingly unyielding declaration of judgment in Ezekiel 14:12.

Numbers 14:19-20: Pardon, I beseech thee, the iniquity of this people according unto the greatness of thy mercy, and as thou hast forgiven this people, from Egypt even until now. [until...: or, hitherto]

Contradiction with Psalm 103:8-10

Describes God's mercy and reluctance to deal with us according to our sins, contrary to the impending judgment in Ezekiel 14:12.

Psalm 103:8-10: The LORD [is] merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. [plentious...: Heb. great in mercy]
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