Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 26:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 26:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 26:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God is telling about a big army with so many horses that their dust will fill the air, and their loud noises will make the city shake, just like a city wall shaking when it is broken. This is a way of saying that something very strong and powerful is coming.

Ezekiel 26:10: By reason of the abundance of his horses their dust shall cover thee: thy walls shall shake at the noise of the horsemen, and of the wheels, and of the chariots, when he shall enter into thy gates, as men enter into a city wherein is made a breach. [as men...: Heb. according to the enterings of a city broken up]

Contradiction with Matthew 16:18

Explains the enduring strength of the church, contradicting the idea of complete destruction implied in Ezekiel 26:10.

Matthew 16:18: And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. [Peter: this name signifies a rock]

Contradiction with Isaiah 54:10

Suggests that even when mountains depart, God's kindness shall not, contrasting with the ceaseless destruction described in Ezekiel 26:10.

Isaiah 54:10: For the mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the LORD that hath mercy on thee.

Contradiction with Psalm 46:1-2

Declares God as a refuge and strength, indicating stability and protection contrary to the devastation in Ezekiel 26:10.

Psalm 46:1-2: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:35-36

Establishes God's covenant as enduring as the sun and stars, opposing the notion of complete obliteration seen in Ezekiel 26:10.

Jeremiah 31:35-36: Thus saith the LORD, which giveth the sun for a light by day, [and] the ordinances of the moon and of the stars for a light by night, which divideth the sea when the waves thereof roar; The LORD of hosts [is] his name:

Contradiction with Romans 8:38-39

Affirms that nothing can separate believers from God's love, implying permanence that contrasts with the total destruction foretold in Ezekiel 26:10.

Romans 8:38-39: For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come,

Paradox #1

The theological challenge with "Ezekiel 26:10" could revolve around the prophecy's fulfillment. Ezekiel prophesied the complete destruction of Tyre by Nebuchadnezzar, but historically, Tyre was not fully destroyed by him and continued to exist. This raises questions about the accuracy of biblical prophecy and how it should be interpreted.

Paradox #2

Ezekiel 26:10 predicts the complete and permanent destruction of the city of Tyre by Babylon's King Nebuchadnezzar. However, historically, Tyre was not entirely destroyed by Nebuchadnezzar and continued to exist as a significant city for many years afterward. Instead, it was later conquered by Alexander the Great. This difference between the prophecy and historical events is sometimes seen as a contradiction.

Paradox #3

Ezekiel 26:10 describes a scene of destruction and invasion. A contradiction or conflict here could be the tension between a message of divine justice and the suffering caused to innocent people during such events. It raises questions about the morality of using violence as a means of fulfilling divine plans, especially when those affected may not have been directly responsible for the actions prompting such judgment.

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