Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 33:24

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 33:24 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 33:24. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, the people living in Israel thought that because there were so many of them, they should own the land like Abraham did. They believed that just being in the land meant it belonged to them because they were a large group.

Ezekiel 33:24: Son of man, they that inhabit those wastes of the land of Israel speak, saying, Abraham was one, and he inherited the land: but we [are] many; the land is given us for inheritance.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:5

This verse states that the meek shall inherit the earth, contradicting Ezekiel 33:24 where the people claim the land due to possession, not meekness.

Matthew 5:5: Blessed [are] the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

Contradiction with James 4:10

This verse teaches that humility leads to elevation by God, which contrasts with Ezekiel 33:24 where people elevate themselves based on their possession of the land.

James 4:10: Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:18

This verse explains that pride leads to destruction, contradicting the self-assured declaration in Ezekiel 33:24.

Proverbs 16:18: Pride [goeth] before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23

This verse advises against boasting in wisdom, might, or riches, contrasting with the boastful claim in Ezekiel 33:24.

Jeremiah 9:23: Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:

Contradiction with Luke 14:11

This verse emphasizes that those who exalt themselves will be humbled, opposing the self-exaltation seen in Ezekiel 33:24.

Luke 14:11: For whosoever exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted.

Paradox #1

The contradiction in this passage could be that the people are claiming ownership and security in the land of Israel despite being under threat or occupation, which might seem inconsistent with the reality of their situation at that time in history.

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