Contradiction with Exodus 14:14
This verse states that "The Lord shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace," suggesting that God defends His people, whereas Ezekiel 35:13 speaks of those who have spoken arrogantly against God.
Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.
Contradiction with Psalm 44:8
Here, "In God we boast all the day long, and praise thy name for ever" contrasts with Ezekiel 35:13, where proud speech is condemned.
Psalm 44:8: In God we boast all the day long, and praise thy name for ever. Selah.
Contradiction with Proverbs 27:2
This verse advises, "Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth," emphasizing humility versus the arrogance rebuked in Ezekiel 35:13.
Proverbs 27:2: Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips.
Contradiction with James 4:6
States "God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble," aligning humility with favor, contrary to the arrogance criticized in Ezekiel 35:13.
James 4:6: But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:5
Advises to "be clothed with humility," contradicting the behavior in Ezekiel 35:13 where prideful speech is highlighted.
1 Peter 5:5: Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all [of you] be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.