Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 23:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 23:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 23:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, these men were dressed in blue and were important leaders and warriors that people admired. They rode on horses and seemed very strong and brave.

Ezekiel 23:6: [Which were] clothed with blue, captains and rulers, all of them desirable young men, horsemen riding upon horses.

Contradiction with Proverbs 4:7

Contradicts as it emphasizes the pursuit of wisdom, whereas Ezekiel 23:6 focuses on the allure of external appearances and power.

Proverbs 4:7: Wisdom [is] the principal thing; [therefore] get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

Contradicts as it teaches that God looks at the heart rather than outward appearance, whereas Ezekiel 23:6 highlights the attractiveness and splendor of the Assyrian warriors.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]

Contradiction with James 2:1-4

Contradicts by advising against favoritism based on appearance, while Ezekiel 23:6 describes being enamored with the grandeur of the Assyrians.

James 2:1-4: My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, [the Lord] of glory, with respect of persons.

Contradiction with John 7:24

Contradicts by instructing to judge not according to appearance but righteous judgment, whereas Ezekiel 23:6 is centered around judging based on appearance.

John 7:24: Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment.
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