Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 20:40

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 20:40 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 20:40. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God says that in a special place on a big mountain in Israel, all the people of Israel will come to serve Him, and He will be happy with their gifts and special things they bring to Him. God promises to accept their offerings and be with them there.

Ezekiel 20:40: For in mine holy mountain, in the mountain of the height of Israel, saith the Lord GOD, there shall all the house of Israel, all of them in the land, serve me: there will I accept them, and there will I require your offerings, and the firstfruits of your oblations, with all your holy things. [firstfruits: or, chief]

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 12:13-14

These verses command worship at a central sanctuary, suggesting a single location unlike Ezekiel 20:40, which envisions worship on the mountains of Israel.

Deuteronomy 12:13-14: Take heed to thyself that thou offer not thy burnt offerings in every place that thou seest:

Contradiction with John 4:21-23

Jesus speaks of worship not being confined to a place, which contrasts with Ezekiel 20:40 that specifies worship will occur on the mountains of Israel.

John 4:21-23: Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father.

Paradox #1

Potential conflicts with Ezekiel 20:40 may arise when comparing its message about worship and sacrifice to other biblical teachings or contexts. For instance, if this verse emphasizes centralized worship in a particular location, it could conflict with New Testament ideas that worship isn't limited to any specific place. Additionally, if there are laws or instructions in other parts of the Old Testament about decentralized worship, they might seem inconsistent with this verse. However, interpretations vary widely, and such contradictions often depend on the theological perspective one holds.

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