Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 23:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 23:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 23:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, this verse is about people who started doing more bad things when they saw pictures of Chaldean men painted on the wall. It's like when you see something you know is naughty, and instead of looking away, you want to do it more.

Ezekiel 23:14: And [that] she increased her whoredoms: for when she saw men pourtrayed upon the wall, the images of the Chaldeans pourtrayed with vermilion,

Contradiction with Exodus 20:4

This verse commands against making any graven images, contradicting the depiction of wall images in Ezekiel 23:14.

Exodus 20:4: Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness [of any thing] that [is] in heaven above, or that [is] in the earth beneath, or that [is] in the water under the earth:

Contradiction with Philippians 4:8

Encouraging thoughts on purity, this verse contradicts the lustful imagery mentioned in Ezekiel 23:14.

Philippians 4:8: Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things [are] honest, whatsoever things [are] just, whatsoever things [are] pure, whatsoever things [are] lovely, whatsoever things [are] of good report; if [there be] any virtue, and if [there be] any praise, think on these things. [honest: or, venerable]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:28

Condemning lust, this verse contradicts the lustful intent highlighted in Ezekiel 23:14.

Matthew 5:28: But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.

Contradiction with Colossians 3:2

Advising to set one's mind on things above, this verse contradicts the earthly desires exemplified in Ezekiel 23:14.

Colossians 3:2: Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. [affection: or, mind]

Contradiction with 1 John 2:16

Condemning the lust of the eyes, this verse contradicts the visual lust influence from Ezekiel 23:14.

1 John 2:16: For all that [is] in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world.

Paradox #1

This verse may present a moral inconsistency by highlighting cultural practices or attitudes that seem different or challenging when compared to modern values or interpretations. It can be troubling when ancient texts reflect societal norms that do not align with contemporary ethical standards. Such verses may raise questions about objectification, representation, and the depiction of human behavior, which can be at odds with current moral perspectives.

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