Contradiction with Genesis 2:24
This verse underscores the deep bond between husband and wife, contradicting the lack of mourning shown by Ezekiel at his wife's death.
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 Romans 12:15
This verse encourages believers to mourn with those who mourn, which contrasts with Ezekiel's lack of mourning for his wife's death.
Romans 12:15: Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep.
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 4:13
This verse advises believers not to grieve as those without hope, suggesting some form of mourning is expected, unlike Ezekiel's actions following his wife's death.
1 Thessalonians 4:13: But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.
Contradiction with John 11:35
Jesus wept at the death of Lazarus, showing that mourning is a natural and acceptable reaction, which contradicts Ezekiel's command to refrain from mourning.
John 11:35: Jesus wept.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:1-4
This passage indicates there is a time to mourn, opposing the idea that Ezekiel should not mourn his wife's death.
Ecclesiastes 3:1-4: To every [thing there is] a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:
Contradiction with Matthew 5:4
Jesus says, "Blessed are they that mourn," which is inconsistent with the lack of mourning Ezekiel is commanded to show.
Matthew 5:4: Blessed [are] they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
Contradiction with Luke 7:13
Jesus shows compassion to the widow of Nain, illustrating the expected response of sorrow during bereavement, contrary to Ezekiel's behavior after his wife's death.
Luke 7:13: And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her, and said unto her, Weep not.
Paradox #1
Ezekiel 24:18 may show a contradiction or conflict in how personal emotions and duties to a higher calling are balanced. The verse might suggest a tension between personal grief and the expectation to continue fulfilling one's obligations without mourning, which can be seen as conflicting with natural human emotions and responses to loss.