Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 35:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 35:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 35:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God spoke to him directly to give him a special message. This means that God wanted to tell Ezekiel something important.

Ezekiel 35:1: Moreover the word of the LORD came unto me, saying,

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Ezekiel 35:1 speaks of setting one's face against Mount Seir, symbolizing opposition or hostility, while Matthew 5:44 teaches to love your enemies and bless them that curse you.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:20

Ezekiel 35:1 implicitly calls for confrontation with Mount Seir, whereas Romans 12:20 advises feeding your enemy if they are hungry, emphasizing kindness instead of quarreling.

Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

Ezekiel 35:1 exhibits a tone of judgment against Mount Seir, which contradicts the counsel in Proverbs 24:17 not to rejoice when your enemy falls or stumbles.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Ezekiel 35:1 is about addressing opposition with a stern warning, while Luke 6:27 teaches to do good to those who hate you, suggesting a contrasting approach of compassion.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15

In contrast to the adversarial stance in Ezekiel 35:1, 1 Thessalonians 5:15 urges believers not to seek revenge but to always strive to do good to each other and everyone else.

1 Thessalonians 5:15: See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].
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