Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 16:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 16:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 16:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God made His people very special and gave them many good things like gold, silver, and beautiful clothes. They became very beautiful and happy, like a lovely kingdom.

Ezekiel 16:13: Thus wast thou decked with gold and silver; and thy raiment [was of] fine linen, and silk, and broidered work; thou didst eat fine flour, and honey, and oil: and thou wast exceeding beautiful, and thou didst prosper into a kingdom.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:24

This verse suggests spiritual wealth rather than material wealth being significant, contradicting the material abundance described in Ezekiel 16:13.

Matthew 19:24: And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.

Contradiction with James 5:1-2

These verses warn the rich about the fleeting nature of their wealth and luxury, contrasting the celebration of abundance in Ezekiel 16:13.

James 5:1-2: Go to now, [ye] rich men, weep and howl for your miseries that shall come upon [you].

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:10

This verse warns that the love of money is the root of all evil, in contrast to Ezekiel 16:13 where material wealth and beauty are highlighted as blessings.

1 Timothy 6:10: For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows. [erred: or, been seduced]

Contradiction with Proverbs 23:4-5

Advises against laboring to be rich and highlights the fleeting nature of riches, opposing the material prosperity in Ezekiel 16:13.

Proverbs 23:4-5: Labour not to be rich: cease from thine own wisdom.
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