Contradiction with Jeremiah 30:9
This verse refers to serving David their king whom God will raise up for them, which suggests a single, divine action that doesn't align with Ezekiel's depiction of David as a figure already established.
Jeremiah 30:9: But they shall serve the LORD their God, and David their king, whom I will raise up unto them.
Contradiction with Hosea 3:5
This verse anticipates a future return where the Israelites will seek the Lord and their king David, implying a different time frame and perspective on leadership compared to Ezekiel 34:24.
Hosea 3:5: Afterward shall the children of Israel return, and seek the LORD their God, and David their king; and shall fear the LORD and his goodness in the latter days.
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:3-4
Here, David is described more as a witness and a leader to the people, emphasizing different roles than the princely function in Ezekiel.
Isaiah 55:3-4: Incline your ear, and come unto me: hear, and your soul shall live; and I will make an everlasting covenant with you, [even] the sure mercies of David.
Contradiction with 1 Chronicles 29:23
Describes Solomon, David's son, as sitting on the throne of the Lord as king instead of David, contrasting with the role Ezekiel describes for David.
1 Chronicles 29:23: Then Solomon sat on the throne of the LORD as king instead of David his father, and prospered; and all Israel obeyed him.
Contradiction with Acts 2:29-31
This passage clarifies that David is dead and buried and refers to a prophetic fulfillment through Christ, differing from Ezekiel's notion of David's leadership role.
Acts 2:29-31: Men [and] brethren, let me freely speak unto you of the patriarch David, that he is both dead and buried, and his sepulchre is with us unto this day. [let me: or, I may]
Paradox #1
Ezekiel 34:24 mentions that David will be a shepherd or prince over the people, which is confusing because King David had already lived and died long before Ezekiel's time. This might be seen as a symbolic reference to a future leader or messiah from David's line, but the direct reference to David could be seen as inconsistent if taken literally.