Contradiction with Proverbs 6:32
While Ezekiel 23:43 discusses the actions of an adulteress, Proverbs 6:32 communicates the folly of such actions, pointing out the lack of understanding in committing adultery.
Proverbs 6:32: [But] whoso committeth adultery with a woman lacketh understanding: he [that] doeth it destroyeth his own soul. [understanding: Heb. heart]
Contradiction with James 4:4
Ezekiel 23:43 describes the harlot as pursued despite her acts, whereas James 4:4 warns against friendship with the world, likening it to enmity with God, suggesting a turning away from worldly desires.
James 4:4: Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 6:18
This verse advises fleeing from fornication, contradicting Ezekiel 23:43, where the adulteress continues in her acts without fleeing.
1 Corinthians 6:18: Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body.
Contradiction with Galatians 5:19-21
These verses list adultery and fornication as works of the flesh that prevent inheritance of God's kingdom, contrasting with the scenario in Ezekiel 23:43 where such acts proceed.
Galatians 5:19-21: Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are [these]; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:4
Upholds marriage as honorable and condemns adulterers, contradicting Ezekiel 23:43 which illustrates ongoing unfaithfulness.
Hebrews 13:4: Marriage [is] honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:28
Jesus condemns even lustful thoughts as adultery, contradicting Ezekiel 23:43 where the act of unfaithfulness is pursued despite awareness.
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.