Contradiction with Jeremiah 46:26
This verse states that Egypt will be delivered into the hands of Nebuchadnezzar and his servants, which could be seen as inconsistent with the future restoration suggested in Ezekiel 29:13.
Jeremiah 46:26: And I will deliver them into the hand of those that seek their lives, and into the hand of Nebuchadrezzar king of Babylon, and into the hand of his servants: and afterward it shall be inhabited, as in the days of old, saith the LORD.
Contradiction with Isaiah 19:11-15
These verses prophesy Egypt's lack of wisdom and doom, without mention of a future restoration as in Ezekiel 29:13.
Isaiah 19:11-15: Surely the princes of Zoan [are] fools, the counsel of the wise counsellors of Pharaoh is become brutish: how say ye unto Pharaoh, I [am] the son of the wise, the son of ancient kings?
Contradiction with Ezekiel 30:13
Declares an end to Egypt's idols and a destructive judgment, seemingly in contrast with the restoration mentioned in Ezekiel 29:13.
Ezekiel 30:13: Thus saith the Lord GOD; I will also destroy the idols, and I will cause [their] images to cease out of Noph; and there shall be no more a prince of the land of Egypt: and I will put a fear in the land of Egypt.
Paradox #1
Ezekiel 29:13 is a prophecy about Egypt being restored after 40 years of desolation. Historically, there is no clear evidence or record that Egypt experienced a 40-year period of desolation and then was restored exactly as described, leading to questions about the historical fulfillment of this prophecy.
Paradox #2
Ezekiel 29:13 might present a contradiction by suggesting restoration and forgiveness for a nation that was previously punished. This could be seen as inconsistent with ideas of justice or retribution, as it implies a second chance despite past wrongdoings.