Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 17:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 17:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 17:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God is like a gardener planting a big, strong tree on a tall mountain. This tree will grow and be a safe home for many birds to live and rest.

Ezekiel 17:23: In the mountain of the height of Israel will I plant it: and it shall bring forth boughs, and bear fruit, and be a goodly cedar: and under it shall dwell all fowl of every wing; in the shadow of the branches thereof shall they dwell.

Contradiction with Matthew 13:32

In Ezekiel 17:23, the tree refers to a great and noble cedar, while in Matthew 13:32, the mustard seed, which becomes a tree, is described as the least of all seeds yet grows into the greatest among herbs.

Matthew 13:32: Which indeed is the least of all seeds: but when it is grown, it is the greatest among herbs, and becometh a tree, so that the birds of the air come and lodge in the branches thereof.

Contradiction with Isaiah 2:13

Ezekiel 17:23 speaks of God planting the cedar on a high mountain, symbolizing restoration and blessing, whereas Isaiah 2:13 speaks of God's judgment against the cedars of Lebanon, which are high and lifted up.

Isaiah 2:13: And upon all the cedars of Lebanon, [that are] high and lifted up, and upon all the oaks of Bashan,

Contradiction with Ezekiel 31:3-14

While Ezekiel 17:23 describes a tree symbolizing thriving and protection, Ezekiel 31:3-14 warns about the fall of a great tree (Assyria), emphasizing downfall and destruction instead of growth and prosperity.

Ezekiel 31:3-14: Behold, the Assyrian [was] a cedar in Lebanon with fair branches, and with a shadowing shroud, and of an high stature; and his top was among the thick boughs. [with fair branches: Heb. fair of branches]
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