Contradiction with Isaiah 13:19-20
These verses describe Babylon as being destroyed and never inhabited again, contrasting with Ezekiel 26:14 describing Tyre, which did historically see rebuilding efforts.
Isaiah 13:19-20: And Babylon, the glory of kingdoms, the beauty of the Chaldees' excellency, shall be as when God overthrew Sodom and Gomorrah. [as...: Heb. as the overthrowing]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 49:17-18
These verses predict desolation for Edom forever, which contrasts with Ezekiel 26:14's implication of perpetual ruin for Tyre, a city that saw continued existence.
Jeremiah 49:17-18: Also Edom shall be a desolation: every one that goeth by it shall be astonished, and shall hiss at all the plagues thereof.
Contradiction with Amos 1:9-10
These verses describe punishment upon Tyre but do not indicate its complete and everlasting destruction as Ezekiel 26:14 does.
Amos 1:9-10: Thus saith the LORD; For three transgressions of Tyrus, and for four, I will not turn away [the punishment] thereof; because they delivered up the whole captivity to Edom, and remembered not the brotherly covenant: [the brotherly...: Heb. the covenant of brethren]
Contradiction with Zechariah 9:3-4
These verses threaten Tyre but also imply its rebuilding, contrasting with Ezekiel 26:14's declaration of perpetual desolation.
Zechariah 9:3-4: And Tyrus did build herself a strong hold, and heaped up silver as the dust, and fine gold as the mire of the streets.
Paradox #1
Ezekiel 26:14 may seem to have a contradiction when comparing different biblical accounts. The verse predicts that the city of Tyre will never be rebuilt. However, in other parts of the Bible and historical records, it is suggested that the city was eventually re-inhabited and continued to exist in some form. This apparent inconsistency can lead to debates about the accuracy or interpretation of biblical prophecy.
Paradox #2
Ezekiel 26:14 predicts that the city of Tyre will be completely destroyed and never rebuilt. However, history shows that Tyre was rebuilt and continued to be inhabited in later periods, which creates a contradiction between the prophecy and historical events.
Paradox #3
The scientific conflict with Ezekiel 26:14 lies in the prophecy's historical accuracy. The verse predicts the total destruction of the city of Tyre, stating it would never be rebuilt. However, in reality, Tyre was rebuilt and still exists as a city in modern-day Lebanon. This discrepancy between the prophecy and historical facts creates a conflict.
Paradox #4
The contradiction or conflict with this verse could arise from the depiction of divine retribution and destruction. Some people might see a contradiction in the idea of a loving, merciful deity causing widespread destruction. This might conflict with the perception of a benevolent God caring for all creation.