Contradiction with Matthew 19:6
This verse asserts the unity and inseparability of marriage, while Ezekiel 24:16 highlights the loss of Ezekiel's wife.
Matthew 19:6: Wherefore they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.
Contradiction with Genesis 2:24
It emphasizes the joining of husband and wife as one flesh, contrasting with the separation due to death in Ezekiel 24:16.
Genesis 2:24: Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 7:39
This verse speaks of a wife being bound to her husband as long as he lives, which contrasts with the sudden loss mentioned in Ezekiel 24:16.
1 Corinthians 7:39: The wife is bound by the law as long as her husband liveth; but if her husband be dead, she is at liberty to be married to whom she will; only in the Lord.
Contradiction with Revelation 21:4
Promises a future without death or sorrow, contradicting the immediate sorrowful death in Ezekiel 24:16.
Revelation 21:4: And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.
Contradiction with John 16:22
Assures joy that cannot be taken away, while Ezekiel 24:16 involves taking away the "desire of the eyes," leading to sorrow.
John 16:22: And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you.
Contradiction with Psalm 30:5
States that joy comes in the morning after a night of weeping, contrasting with Ezekiel 24:16 where there is no indication of forthcoming joy after the loss.
Psalm 30:5: For his anger [endureth but] a moment; in his favour [is] life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy [cometh] in the morning. [his anger...: Heb. there is but a moment in his anger] [for a night: Heb. in the evening] [joy: Heb. singing]
Paradox #1
Ezekiel 24:16 could present a contradiction or conflict because it involves God commanding Ezekiel regarding a personal and emotional event, which might seem harsh or difficult to understand from a human perspective. The challenge lies in reconciling this directive with the concept of a compassionate and loving God, as it involves significant personal loss and emotional detachment.