Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 35:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 35:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 35:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God wants people to understand that He is the Lord and that He has heard the mean things they've said about His special place, Israel, thinking they could take it for themselves. God is reminding everyone that He knows what they say and do.

Ezekiel 35:12: And thou shalt know that I [am] the LORD, [and that] I have heard all thy blasphemies which thou hast spoken against the mountains of Israel, saying, They are laid desolate, they are given us to consume. [to consume: Heb. to devour]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse advises loving enemies and blessing those who curse you, contrasting with the tone of judgment in Ezekiel 35:12.

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 Hebrews 8:12

This verse speaks of God’s mercy and forgiveness of sins, whereas Ezekiel 35:12 underscores divine retribution for blasphemies.

Hebrews 8:12: For I will be merciful to their unrighteousness, and their sins and their iniquities will I remember no more.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse tells believers not to seek vengeance as God will repay, contrasting Ezekiel enforcing divine recompense directly.

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 Psalm 103:8-10

This verse describes God as merciful and not dealing with us according to our sins, differing from the retribution outlined in Ezekiel 35:12.

Psalm 103:8-10: The LORD [is] merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. [plentious...: Heb. great in mercy]

Contradiction with James 2:13

This verse states that mercy triumphs over judgment, contrasting with the judgment pronounced in Ezekiel 35:12.

James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in Ezekiel 35:12 could be seen as the tension between justice and mercy. On the one hand, the verse reflects a sense of justice and holding wrongdoers accountable for their actions. On the other hand, some may feel that it conflicts with the idea of forgiveness and mercy, which are also important themes in religious teachings. This duality can create a sense of moral inconsistency about how to balance punishment with compassion.

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