Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 39:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 39:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 39:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, when people walk through the land and see a bone, they should put a marker by it so others know to bury it later in a special valley. This helps keep the land clean and respectful.

Ezekiel 39:15: And the passengers [that] pass through the land, when [any] seeth a man's bone, then shall he set up a sign by it, till the buriers have buried it in the valley of Hamongog. [set up: Heb. build]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Ezekiel 39:15 discusses marking bones for burial as part of a cleanup after a battle, signifying judgment and cleansing, while Matthew 5:44 teaches love and forgiveness even towards enemies, urging mercy rather than judgment.

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 Isaiah 2:4

Isaiah 2:4 envisions a future where nations will beat their swords into plowshares, promoting peace and the end of war, contrasting with Ezekiel 39:15, which depicts the aftermath of warfare and destruction.

Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

This verse advocates for love towards enemies and doing good to those who hate you, which contrasts with the context of Ezekiel 39:15 involving dealing with the fallen enemies.

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

Contradiction with Romans 12:20

While Ezekiel 39:15 is about addressing the remains of fallen enemies, Romans 12:20 encourages feeding one's enemies and offering them kindness, highlighting a path of mercy and compassion.

Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.

Contradiction with Micah 4:3

Similar to Isaiah 2:4, this verse expresses the transformation of weapons of war into tools for peaceful use, presenting a peaceful era, unlike the aftermath of battle depicted in Ezekiel 39:15.

Micah 4:3: And he shall judge among many people, and rebuke strong nations afar off; and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up a sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
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