Contradiction with Colossians 2:16-17
These verses suggest that Sabbath observance is a shadow of things to come and not binding under the New Testament, contrasting with Ezekiel 20:12's emphasis on it as a sign between God and Israel for sanctification.
Colossians 2:16-17: Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath [days]: [in meat...: or, for eating and drinking] [respect: or, part]
Contradiction with Romans 14:5
This verse emphasizes personal conviction regarding the observance of specific days, contrasting with the obligatory nature of the Sabbath in Ezekiel 20:12.
Romans 14:5: One man esteemeth one day above another: another esteemeth every day [alike]. Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind. [fully persuaded: or, fully assured]
Contradiction with Galatians 4:9-10
Paul criticizes returning to "weak and beggarly elements" such as observing special days, contrasting with the instruction in Ezekiel 20:12 to observe the Sabbath as a sign between God and His people.
Galatians 4:9-10: But now, after that ye have known God, or rather are known of God, how turn ye again to the weak and beggarly elements, whereunto ye desire again to be in bondage? [turn ye again: or, turn ye back] [elements: or, rudiments]
Contradiction with Mark 2:27-28
Jesus states that the Sabbath was made for man and not man for the Sabbath, indicating a different perspective on Sabbath observance compared to Ezekiel 20:12's representation of it as a covenant sign.
Mark 2:27-28: And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath:
Contradiction with Hebrews 4:9-10
This passage speaks of a spiritual rest for the people of God, which implies a fulfillment that may transcend the physical observance mentioned in Ezekiel 20:12.
Hebrews 4:9-10: There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God. [rest: or, keeping of a sabbath]
Paradox #1
Ezekiel 20:12 talks about the Sabbath as a sign between God and the people of Israel, showing that God sanctifies them. A potential conflict could arise when comparing this with New Testament teachings, where some passages suggest that strict Sabbath observance is not required for Christians, focusing instead on spiritual rest in Jesus. This can create a tension between Old Testament law and New Testament grace.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in Ezekiel 20:12 could arise from the difference between the intention of giving a day of rest for good, and how people might still suffer, work, or not find peace on that day due to life circumstances. This can seem inconsistent with the original purpose of providing rest and holiness.