Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse encourages love and prayer for enemies, contrasting with the theme of judgment and opposition found in Ezekiel 35:3.
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
Advises against seeking vengeance and to leave room for God's wrath, suggesting a more passive approach than the active declaration against Mount Seir in Ezekiel 35:3.
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 Exodus 20:13
The commandment "Thou shalt not kill" can be seen in contrast to the context of impending destruction implied in Ezekiel 35:3.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17
Warns against rejoicing when your enemy stumbles, which could be contrasted with the judgment pronounced in Ezekiel 35:3.
Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
Contradiction with 1 John 4:8
Emphasizes God's nature as love, creating a tension with the message of judgment in Ezekiel 35:3.
1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
Calls for loving your enemies, which contrasts with the declaration against Edom in Ezekiel 35:3.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Paradox #1
One potential theological conflict with Ezekiel 35:3 might arise from the theme of divine judgment. Some people might struggle with understanding how a loving and merciful God can also be just and deliver punishment. This could seem inconsistent with the concept of a benevolent deity, leading to questions about the nature of God's justice and mercy.
Paradox #2
The moral conflict in Ezekiel 35:3 could be seen in the concept of divine punishment. Some people might question the idea of a loving God bringing judgment and destruction on people, which might seem inconsistent with themes of forgiveness and compassion found elsewhere in the Bible. This tension between justice and mercy can be challenging to reconcile.