Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 17:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 17:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 17:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God is saying that He will catch the person like a fish in a net because they've done something wrong, and then take them to a faraway place called Babylon to talk about what they did. It's like when a grown-up says they need to have a serious talk with you when you've been naughty.

Ezekiel 17:20: And I will spread my net upon him, and he shall be taken in my snare, and I will bring him to Babylon, and will plead with him there for his trespass that he hath trespassed against me.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:7

This verse implies that when a man's ways please the Lord, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him, which can contrast the idea of falling into a snare.

Proverbs 16:7: When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.

Contradiction with Psalm 37:23-24

These verses suggest that the steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord and though he falls, he will not be shattered, because the Lord upholds him with his hand, contrasting being captured.

Psalm 37:23-24: The steps of a [good] man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. [ordered: or, established]

Contradiction with Romans 8:28

This verse states that all things work together for good to those who love God, which can seem to contrast the captivity and judgment imagery in Ezekiel 17:20.

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:7

This verse calls for the wicked to forsake their way and turn to the Lord for mercy, suggesting redemption rather than entrapment or judgment.

Isaiah 55:7: Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. [the unrighteous...: Heb. the man of iniquity] [abundantly...: Heb. multiply to pardon]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

This verse expresses God's plans for peace and not evil, to give a future and hope, which could be seen as contrasting the captivity and judgment in Ezekiel 17:20.

Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]

Paradox #1

Ezekiel 17:20 might raise moral questions about accountability and judgment. Some might see a conflict between divine justice and human free will, questioning how fair it is for people to face severe consequences for actions that may seem predestined or influenced by larger divine plans. This could spark discussions about fairness and responsibility in the context of divine judgment.

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