Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 21:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 21:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 21:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God is asking Ezekiel to show how sad and upset he is by sighing in front of everyone, like when someone is really hurt or feels very sad. This is to help people see that something serious is happening.

Ezekiel 21:6: Sigh therefore, thou son of man, with the breaking of [thy] loins; and with bitterness sigh before their eyes.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:16

This verse encourages rejoicing always, which contradicts the mourning and sighing called for in Ezekiel 21:6.

1 Thessalonians 5:16: Rejoice evermore.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:4

This verse instructs believers to always rejoice in the Lord, contrasting with the lamentation in Ezekiel 21:6.

Philippians 4:4: Rejoice in the Lord alway: [and] again I say, Rejoice.

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:13

A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance, which is contrary to the sadness depicted in Ezekiel 21:6.

Proverbs 15:13: A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.
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