Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 34:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 34:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 34:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God is talking to the leaders, called shepherds, and asking them to listen carefully to His words. He wants them to be good and take care of the people, just like a shepherd takes care of sheep.

Ezekiel 34:9: Therefore, O ye shepherds, hear the word of the LORD;

Contradiction with Jeremiah 23:1

This verse proclaims woe to the shepherds for scattering the flock, while Ezekiel 34:9 speaks against the shepherds for neglecting the flock.

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, which contrasts with Ezekiel 34:9's accusation toward shepherds who fail to care for the flock.

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

Contradiction with Zechariah 11:17

This verse warns of a worthless shepherd who leaves the flock, contrasting with Ezekiel 34:9's focus on the responsibility of shepherds to protect and gather the sheep.

Zechariah 11:17: Woe to the idol shepherd that leaveth the flock! the sword [shall be] upon his arm, and upon his right eye: his arm shall be clean dried up, and his right eye shall be utterly darkened.

Contradiction with Isaiah 56:11

This speaks of shepherds who turn to their own way for personal gain, which conflicts with the duty implied in Ezekiel 34:9 for shepherds to gather and protect the sheep.

Isaiah 56:11: Yea, [they are] greedy dogs [which] can never have enough, and they [are] shepherds [that] cannot understand: they all look to their own way, every one for his gain, from his quarter. [greedy: Heb. strong of appetite] [can...: Heb. know not to be satisfied]
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