Contradiction with Jeremiah 50:39
This verse declares that Babylon will never be inhabited again, contradicting the promise of restoration to Sodom in Ezekiel 16:55.
Jeremiah 50:39: Therefore the wild beasts of the desert with the wild beasts of the islands shall dwell [there], and the owls shall dwell therein: and it shall be no more inhabited for ever; neither shall it be dwelt in from generation to generation.
Contradiction with Revelation 18:21
This verse describes Babylon's destruction as final, contradicting the restoration theme in Ezekiel 16:55.
Revelation 18:21: And a mighty angel took up a stone like a great millstone, and cast [it] into the sea, saying, Thus with violence shall that great city Babylon be thrown down, and shall be found no more at all.
Contradiction with Matthew 11:23
Jesus implies that if Sodom had witnessed his miracles, it might have remained, suggesting its ultimate destruction rather than restoration.
Matthew 11:23: And thou, Capernaum, which art exalted unto heaven, shalt be brought down to hell: for if the mighty works, which have been done in thee, had been done in Sodom, it would have remained until this day.
Contradiction with 2 Peter 2:6
Depicts Sodom's destruction as an enduring example, contrary to the restoration mentioned in Ezekiel 16:55.
2 Peter 2:6: And turning the cities of Sodom and Gomorrha into ashes condemned [them] with an overthrow, making [them] an ensample unto those that after should live ungodly;
Contradiction with Isaiah 13:19-20
Asserts that Babylon will be overthrown like Sodom and will never be inhabited again, conflicting with Ezekiel 16:55’s restoration message.
Isaiah 13:19-20: And Babylon, the glory of kingdoms, the beauty of the Chaldees' excellency, shall be as when God overthrew Sodom and Gomorrah. [as...: Heb. as the overthrowing]
Paradox #1
Ezekiel 16:55 could be seen as inconsistent with other parts of the Bible that suggest certain groups or cities are beyond redemption or will face eternal punishment. This verse talks about restoration, which might conflict with passages that emphasize irreversible judgment or permanent destruction for certain sins or groups.