Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 34:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 34:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 34:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God promises to take care of His people like a good shepherd who feeds his sheep in a nice, safe place. This means God will make sure they have everything they need and are happy and safe.

Ezekiel 34:14: I will feed them in a good pasture, and upon the high mountains of Israel shall their fold be: there shall they lie in a good fold, and [in] a fat pasture shall they feed upon the mountains of Israel.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 23:1-2

These verses speak about the destruction and punishment of shepherds who scatter and harm the sheep, whereas Ezekiel 34:14 conveys a message of care and provision.

Jeremiah 23:1-2: Woe be unto the pastors that destroy and scatter the sheep of my pasture! saith the LORD.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 25:33

This verse describes the aftermath of God's punishment where dead bodies will be spread across the earth, conflicting with the nurturing and plentiful imagery in Ezekiel 34:14.

Jeremiah 25:33: And the slain of the LORD shall be at that day from [one] end of the earth even unto the [other] end of the earth: they shall not be lamented, neither gathered, nor buried; they shall be dung upon the ground.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 34:2-3

These verses criticize the shepherds for feeding themselves and neglecting the flock, which contradicts the promise of abundant provision for the flock in Ezekiel 34:14.

Ezekiel 34:2-3: Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel, prophesy, and say unto them, Thus saith the Lord GOD unto the shepherds; Woe [be] to the shepherds of Israel that do feed themselves! should not the shepherds feed the flocks?

Contradiction with Ezekiel 5:12

This verse predicts a third of the people dying by plague or famine within the city, contrary to the plentiful provision and nourishment described in Ezekiel 34:14.

Ezekiel 5:12: A third part of thee shall die with the pestilence, and with famine shall they be consumed in the midst of thee: and a third part shall fall by the sword round about thee; and I will scatter a third part into all the winds, and I will draw out a sword after them.

Contradiction with Leviticus 26:33-34

These verses mention desolation and the land enjoying its sabbaths due to the people’s absence, which contradicts the promise of care and rich pasture in Ezekiel 34:14.

Leviticus 26:33-34: And I will scatter you among the heathen, and will draw out a sword after you: and your land shall be desolate, and your cities waste.
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