Contradiction with Deuteronomy 17:15
This verse commands that the king should be chosen by God from among the Israelites, in contrast to the rebellion aspect in Ezekiel 17:13.
Deuteronomy 17:15: Thou shalt in any wise set [him] king over thee, whom the LORD thy God shall choose: [one] from among thy brethren shalt thou set king over thee: thou mayest not set a stranger over thee, which [is] not thy brother.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 22:2-5
These verses emphasize the legitimacy of Davidic kingship, which contradicts Ezekiel 17:13's depiction of royal rebellion and oath-breaking.
Jeremiah 22:2-5: And say, Hear the word of the LORD, O king of Judah, that sittest upon the throne of David, thou, and thy servants, and thy people that enter in by these gates:
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 8:7
This verse depicts the rejection of divine kingship for an earthly king, contrasting with the implications of divine authority over kings mentioned in Ezekiel 17:13.
1 Samuel 8:7: And the LORD said unto Samuel, Hearken unto the voice of the people in all that they say unto thee: for they have not rejected thee, but they have rejected me, that I should not reign over them.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:13-14
These verses instruct submission to every human authority for the Lord's sake, including kings, which contradicts the notion of rebellion in Ezekiel 17:13.
1 Peter 2:13-14: Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;
Contradiction with Romans 13:1-2
This passage emphasizes subjection to governing authorities which have been established by God, presenting a contradiction to the unlawful rebellion seen in Ezekiel 17:13.
Romans 13:1-2: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict might arise from the action of appointing someone to power not through their own merit or the will of the people, but through external influence or coercion. This can be seen as conflicting with values of fairness and self-determination.