Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 34:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 34:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 34:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God is upset with the leaders of Israel because they are only caring for themselves and not looking after the people they are in charge of, like a shepherd who should take care of his sheep. God wants the leaders to help and care for the people instead.

Ezekiel 34:2: 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 Jeremiah 23:1

This verse speaks against pastors who destroy and scatter the sheep, similarly condemning negligent shepherds, which complements rather than contradicts Ezekiel 34:2.

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

Contradiction with John 10:11

Jesus describes himself as the good shepherd who gives his life for the sheep, contrasting with the irresponsible shepherds criticized in Ezekiel 34:2.

John 10:11: I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep.

Paradox #1

Ezekiel 34:2 criticizes the leaders (shepherds) for neglecting their duties and failing to care for the people (sheep). The potential contradiction might arise when considering other parts of the Bible that portray leaders as God-appointed, suggesting they should be respected and followed. This creates tension between the need to respect authority and the accountability of leaders to genuinely serve and care for their people.

Paradox #2

The contradiction or conflict in Ezekiel 34:2 could involve the criticism of religious leaders who fail to take care of their followers. The verse focuses on how leaders should be responsible and caring, but the existence of selfish or negligent leaders might contradict the ideal behavior that is expected, highlighting inconsistencies in human nature versus religious teachings.

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