Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 36:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 36:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 36:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God promises that the people will live in a special land given to their ancestors, and they will be God's special people while God will be their loving ruler. This means that God will take care of them, and they will follow God.

Ezekiel 36:28: And ye shall dwell in the land that I gave to your fathers; and ye shall be my people, and I will be your God.

Contradiction with Matthew 28:19

This verse instructs to make disciples of all nations, which contrasts with Ezekiel 36:28's focus on Israel residing in their own land, emphasizing a broader, more inclusive mission.

Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]

Contradiction with Galatians 3:28

This verse states there is neither Jew nor Greek, which contradicts the specific national promise to Israel in Ezekiel 36:28.

Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with John 4:21-23

Jesus speaks of worship beyond specific locations, which contradicts the emphasis on residing in the land of Israel.

John 4:21-23: Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father.

Contradiction with Hebrews 11:13-16

This passage describes the faithful as strangers and exiles on the earth, seeking a heavenly country rather than a physical land, contrasting the earthly promise in Ezekiel 36:28.

Hebrews 11:13-16: These all died in faith, not having received the promises, but having seen them afar off, and were persuaded of [them], and embraced [them], and confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth. [in faith: Gr. according to faith]

Contradiction with Acts 1:8

This verse expands the mission to the ends of the earth rather than focusing on dwelling within a specific nation.

Acts 1:8: But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. [power...: or, the power of the Holy Ghost coming upon you]
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