Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 36:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 36:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 36:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God promises His people that those around them who don't believe or behave badly will eventually feel sorry for their actions. It's like God saying He's going to make sure everyone treats His people well and that the mean ones will be embarrassed for being unkind.

Ezekiel 36:7: Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; I have lifted up mine hand, Surely the heathen that [are] about you, they shall bear their shame.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Ezekiel 36:7 speaks about God promising retribution against the nations, while Matthew 5:44, where Jesus instructs to love enemies and pray for those who persecute you, presents a contrasting approach to dealing with enemies.

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 36:7 involves divine vengeance, whereas Romans 12:19 advises against seeking personal vengeance, emphasizing leaving room for God's wrath, which contrasts with the direct promise of retribution found in Ezekiel.

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

In Ezekiel 36:7, God is addressing vengeance against enemies, while Proverbs 24:17 advises not to rejoice when your enemy falls, presenting a more restrained attitude compared to the active promise of punishment.

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

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Ezekiel 36:7 talks about vengeance, whereas Luke 6:27 encourages love towards your enemies, opposing the theme of divine retribution with a call for compassion.

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

Contradiction with James 4:12

Ezekiel 36:7 reflects judgment against nations, whereas James 4:12 warns that there is only one lawgiver and judge, suggesting a restraint on humans' desire to see judgment enacted.

James 4:12: There is one lawgiver, who is able to save and to destroy: who art thou that judgest another?
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