Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 23:40

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 23:40 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 23:40. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, the people were inviting strangers from far places and getting all dressed up and fancy for them. This means they were not being faithful to God and were trying to impress other people instead.

Ezekiel 23:40: And furthermore, that ye have sent for men to come from far, unto whom a messenger [was] sent; and, lo, they came: for whom thou didst wash thyself, paintedst thy eyes, and deckedst thyself with ornaments, [to come: Heb. coming]

Contradiction with Proverbs 5:8

Proverbs advises to stay far away from the paths of wickedness, while Ezekiel 23:40 describes preparing oneself to engage in it.

Proverbs 5:8: Remove thy way far from her, and come not nigh the door of her house:

Contradiction with James 4:8

James encourages believers to purify their hearts and draw near to God, contrasting with Ezekiel 23:40 where individuals prepare themselves for immoral acts.

James 4:8: Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse [your] hands, [ye] sinners; and purify [your] hearts, [ye] double minded.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 1:16

This verse calls for holiness in all conduct, in stark contrast to the actions depicted in Ezekiel 23:40.

1 Peter 1:16: Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy.

Contradiction with Galatians 5:16

Paul tells believers to walk in the Spirit and not fulfill the lust of the flesh, unlike the behavior described in Ezekiel 23:40.

Galatians 5:16: [This] I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. [ye...: or, fulfil not]

Contradiction with Romans 13:14

Advises making no provision for the flesh to gratify its desires, opposing the preparations to commit sin as in Ezekiel 23:40.

Romans 13:14: But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to [fulfil] the lusts [thereof].
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