Contradiction with Ezekiel 20:49
This verse shows Ezekiel expressing frustration that people call his prophetic messages parables, whereas Ezekiel 21:18 shows him directly instructed by God, implying clarity in his role and messages.
Ezekiel 20:49: Then said I, Ah Lord GOD! they say of me, Doth he not speak parables?
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:11
This verse suggests that God's word never returns void and always fulfills its purpose, while Ezekiel 21:18 involves a prophecy that might seem unclear or unfulfilled to the people.
Isaiah 55:11: So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper [in the thing] whereto I sent it.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 10:2
This verse advises not to learn the ways of the nations, implying a different approach to prophecy and guidance than the more deterministic tone in Ezekiel 21:18.
Jeremiah 10:2: Thus saith the LORD, Learn not the way of the heathen, and be not dismayed at the signs of heaven; for the heathen are dismayed at them.
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9
This verse indicates that man plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps, which can be seen as different from the directive nature of God’s message in Ezekiel 21:18.
Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.
Contradiction with Proverbs 27:1
This verse advises against boasting about tomorrow, contrasting with the certainty inherent in prophetic messages like Ezekiel 21:18.
Proverbs 27:1: Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. [to...: Heb. to morrow day]
Contradiction with Amos 3:7
This verse suggests that God does nothing without revealing His plan to prophets, while Ezekiel 21:18 shows a specific instance of God directing a prophet, which might not seem universally applicable in contrast.
Amos 3:7: Surely the Lord GOD will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets.