Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 31:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 31:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 31:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, this verse means that the Assyrian empire was like a big, strong tree with many beautiful branches reaching high into the sky, showing how powerful and important it was. It's a way of saying that the empire was very impressive and mighty, like a giant tree.

Ezekiel 31:3: Behold, the Assyrian [was] a cedar in Lebanon with fair branches, and with a shadowing shroud, and of an high stature; and his top was among the thick boughs. [with fair branches: Heb. fair of branches]

Contradiction with Isaiah 2:13

Isaiah mentions the cedars of Lebanon as an example of pride that will be humbled, contrasting with the majesty attributed to the cedar in Ezekiel 31:3.

Isaiah 2:13: And upon all the cedars of Lebanon, [that are] high and lifted up, and upon all the oaks of Bashan,

Contradiction with Jeremiah 22:23

Jeremiah associates dwelling among the cedars with shame and judgment, contrasting the positive depiction in Ezekiel 31:3.

Jeremiah 22:23: O inhabitant of Lebanon, that makest thy nest in the cedars, how gracious shalt thou be when pangs come upon thee, the pain as of a woman in travail! [inhabitant: Heb. inhabitress]

Contradiction with Isaiah 10:33-34

Isaiah describes the Lord cutting down the high and stately trees, the opposite of the grandeur portrayed in Ezekiel 31:3.

Isaiah 10:33-34: Behold, the Lord, the LORD of hosts, shall lop the bough with terror: and the high ones of stature [shall be] hewn down, and the haughty shall be humbled.

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