Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 22:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 22:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 22:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God is upset with the people for being unfair and hurting others. He shows this by clapping His hands in anger to get their attention.

Ezekiel 22:13: Behold, therefore I have smitten mine hand at thy dishonest gain which thou hast made, and at thy blood which hath been in the midst of thee.

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:8

This verse suggests that increasing wealth through unjust means will eventually benefit the poor, opposing the rebuke in Ezekiel 22:13 for dishonest gain.

Proverbs 28:8: He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor. [unjust...: Heb. by increase]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19

Advises against storing up earthly treasures, contrasting Ezekiel 22:13's criticism of acquiring wealth through oppression.

Matthew 6:19: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

Contradiction with Proverbs 22:16

Indicates that one who oppresses the poor to increase wealth will end up in poverty, contrasting with Ezekiel 22:13's focus on the act of oppression itself.

Proverbs 22:16: He that oppresseth the poor to increase his [riches, and] he that giveth to the rich, [shall] surely [come] to want.

Contradiction with James 5:1-3

Warns the wealthy of misery due to hoarded wealth, differing from Ezekiel 22:13's focus on the acquisition of wealth.

James 5:1-3: Go to now, [ye] rich men, weep and howl for your miseries that shall come upon [you].
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