Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 35:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 35:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 35:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God is saying that He will act with the same anger and jealousy that people have shown because of their hatred, and He will show who He is when He decides what is right or wrong. It's like when a teacher shows fairness by treating everyone in a way that mirrors their own actions.

Ezekiel 35:11: Therefore, [as] I live, saith the Lord GOD, I will even do according to thine anger, and according to thine envy which thou hast used out of thy hatred against them; and I will make myself known among them, when I have judged thee.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While Ezekiel 35:11 speaks of God's anger and vengeance, Matthew 5:44, where Jesus instructs to love your enemies, contradicts the notion of revenge.

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 12:19

Ezekiel 35:11 highlights God's vengeance, yet Romans 12:19 advises leaving vengeance to God, suggesting that human revenge is not permissible.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

This verse contradicts Ezekiel 35:11 by advising not to rejoice when enemies fall, contrary to the sense of triumph in vengeance seen in Ezekiel.

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

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Contradictory to the theme of vengeance in Ezekiel 35:11, this verse encourages love and good deeds towards those who hate you.

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

Contradiction with James 1:20

Ezekiel 35:11 displays God's anger, while James 1:20 warns that human wrath does not produce righteousness, suggesting a different approach to anger.

James 1:20: For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.

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This verse might present a contradiction or conflict for some people because it talks about a response of anger and jealousy. Some might find it inconsistent with the broader teachings of love and forgiveness found in other parts of religious texts. These differing responses could seem at odds with the idea of promoting peace and understanding.

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