Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 16:62

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 16:62 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 16:62. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God promises to make a special promise with the people, showing them that He is the one true God. This means they will understand and trust Him because He cares for them like a loving parent.

Ezekiel 16:62: And I will establish my covenant with thee; and thou shalt know that I [am] the LORD:

Contradiction with Jeremiah 3:8

While Ezekiel 16:62 talks about establishing an everlasting covenant, Jeremiah 3:8 describes God giving Israel a "bill of divorce," suggesting a termination of the relationship.

Jeremiah 3:8: And I saw, when for all the causes whereby backsliding Israel committed adultery I had put her away, and given her a bill of divorce; yet her treacherous sister Judah feared not, but went and played the harlot also.

Contradiction with Hosea 1:9

Ezekiel 16:62 speaks of establishing a lasting covenant, whereas Hosea 1:9 declares that the people are "not my people," implying a rejection rather than a permanent commitment.

Hosea 1:9: Then said [God], Call his name Loammi: for ye [are] not my people, and I will not be your [God]. [Loammi: that is, Not my people]

Contradiction with 2 Kings 17:18

In contrast to the everlasting covenant in Ezekiel 16:62, 2 Kings 17:18 states that God was "very angry with Israel, and removed them out of his sight," indicating a severance rather than an enduring promise.

2 Kings 17:18: Therefore the LORD was very angry with Israel, and removed them out of his sight: there was none left but the tribe of Judah only.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:17

Ezekiel 16:62 describes an establishment of an everlasting covenant, yet Deuteronomy 31:17 warns of God forsaking and hiding His face from the people, suggesting a breach in the relationship.

Deuteronomy 31:17: Then my anger shall be kindled against them in that day, and I will forsake them, and I will hide my face from them, and they shall be devoured, and many evils and troubles shall befall them; so that they will say in that day, Are not these evils come upon us, because our God [is] not among us? [befall: Heb. find]
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