Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 20:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 20:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 20:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, some important leaders from Israel came to ask God for help and advice, and they sat down in front of the prophet to hear what God would say. This shows that the people wanted to know what God wanted them to do.

Ezekiel 20:1: And it came to pass in the seventh year, in the fifth [month], the tenth [day] of the month, [that] certain of the elders of Israel came to enquire of the LORD, and sat before me.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:7

Contradicts by suggesting that seeking answers from God will receive a response, while Ezekiel 20:1 implies hesitation to receive guidance.

Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:

Contradiction with James 1:5

Contradicts by encouraging asking God for wisdom, whereas Ezekiel 20:1 presents God unwilling to give a straightforward answer.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:9

Contradicts by stating that turning away from law makes prayers an abomination, while Ezekiel 20:1 involves inquiry despite disobedience.

Proverbs 28:9: He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer [shall be] abomination.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:13

Contradicts by stating seeking God wholeheartedly will result in finding Him, whereas Ezekiel 20:1 involves seeking without an immediate answer.

Jeremiah 29:13: And ye shall seek me, and find [me], when ye shall search for me with all your heart.

Contradiction with Isaiah 65:24

Contradicts by promising God will answer before being called, opposed to Ezekiel 20:1 where an answer is withheld.

Isaiah 65:24: And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear.
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