Contradiction with Jeremiah 18:7-8
This verse suggests that God will relent from sending disaster if a nation repents, contradicting the unconditional destruction prophesied in Ezekiel 26:8.
Jeremiah 18:7-8: [At what] instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom, to pluck up, and to pull down, and to destroy [it];
Contradiction with Jonah 3:10
God spares Nineveh after its repentance, showing that prophecy can be conditional, which contrasts with the certainty in Ezekiel 26:8.
Jonah 3:10: And God saw their works, that they turned from their evil way; and God repented of the evil, that he had said that he would do unto them; and he did [it] not.
Contradiction with 2 Samuel 7:16
God's promise of a lasting dynasty to David contrasts with the notion of complete destruction foreshadowed in Ezekiel 26:8.
2 Samuel 7:16: And thine house and thy kingdom shall be established for ever before thee: thy throne shall be established for ever.
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:11
God's word is depicted as always achieving its purpose, yet historical records suggest that Tyre was not destroyed as Ezekiel 26:8 foretold.
Isaiah 55:11: So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper [in the thing] whereto I sent it.
Contradiction with Matthew 24:35
Jesus asserts that his words will not pass away, suggesting enduring fulfillment, whereas Ezekiel 26:8's fulfilment regarding Tyre is debated in historical context.
Matthew 24:35: Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.
Paradox #1
Ezekiel 26:8 is part of a prophecy about the destruction of the city of Tyre. One historical conflict is that the prophecy suggests Tyre would be destroyed by Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon, but in history, while Nebuchadnezzar did besiege Tyre, he did not completely destroy it. Instead, Tyre was later destroyed by Alexander the Great. This inconsistency between the prophecy and historical events is often discussed.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in that verse could relate to historical and archaeological evidence. It describes a specific event or outcome that current evidence might not fully support or corroborate. For instance, if archaeological findings don't align with the described event, it could be seen as inconsistent with historical records.
Paradox #3
Ezekiel 26:8 presents a prophecy about destruction and conquest. A contradiction or conflict might arise if one considers the ethics of divinely-endorsed violence. While this prophecy speaks of punishment for wrongdoing, it raises questions about the morality of using force and destruction to achieve justice, especially when considering the broader message of love and forgiveness found in other parts of the Bible.