Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20
This verse states that the son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, emphasizing individual responsibility for sins, which may contradict the collective punishment seen in Ezekiel 23:45.
Ezekiel 18:20: The soul that sinneth, it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:1
This verse advises against judging others, which contrasts with Ezekiel 23:45 where judgment is pronounced.
Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.
Contradiction with John 8:7
This verse, where Jesus says he who is without sin should cast the first stone, contradicts the notion of judging others’ sins found in Ezekiel 23:45.
John 8:7: So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.
Contradiction with Romans 2:1
This verse warns against judging others while doing the same things, contradicting the exercise of judgment seen in Ezekiel 23:45.
Romans 2:1: Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest doest the same things.
Contradiction with James 4:12
This verse claims there is only one lawgiver and judge, which may contradict the idea of humans executing judgment in Ezekiel 23:45.
James 4:12: There is one lawgiver, who is able to save and to destroy: who art thou that judgest another?
Paradox #1
The contradiction in this verse might arise from the harsh judgment and punishment mentioned, which could conflict with the teachings of forgiveness and mercy found elsewhere in the Bible. This can create tension between justice and compassion.