Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 39:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 39:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 39:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God is inviting all the birds and animals to come together for a big feast on the mountains, where they will eat and drink as part of a special event He is preparing. This teaches that God has control over everything in nature and can use it for His purposes.

Ezekiel 39:17: And, thou son of man, thus saith the Lord GOD; Speak unto every feathered fowl, and to every beast of the field, Assemble yourselves, and come; gather yourselves on every side to my sacrifice that I do sacrifice for you, [even] a great sacrifice upon the mountains of Israel, that ye may eat flesh, and drink blood. [unto...: Heb. to the fowl of every wing] [my sacrifice: or, my slaughter]

Contradiction with Genesis 1:30

This verse states that all creatures have been given green plants for food, which contrasts with Ezekiel 39:17 where animals and birds are called to eat the flesh of warriors.

Genesis 1:30: And to every beast of the earth, and to every fowl of the air, and to every thing that creepeth upon the earth, wherein [there is] life, [I have given] every green herb for meat: and it was so. [life: Heb. a living soul]

Contradiction with Isaiah 11:6-9

These verses speak of a future peace where animals will not harm each other, contradicting the call for animals to devour flesh in Ezekiel 39:17.

Isaiah 11:6-9: The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together; and a little child shall lead them.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises against taking vengeance, leaving it to God, conflicting with Ezekiel 39:17's depiction of divine retribution through animals.

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 Matthew 5:9

This beatitude blesses peacemakers, opposing the imagery of conflict and feasting on warriors in Ezekiel 39:17.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with Hosea 2:18

This verse promises a covenant with animals for peace, contradicting the call for animals to consume flesh as in Ezekiel 39:17.

Hosea 2:18: And in that day will I make a covenant for them with the beasts of the field, and with the fowls of heaven, and [with] the creeping things of the ground: and I will break the bow and the sword and the battle out of the earth, and will make them to lie down safely.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in Ezekiel 39:17 could arise from the depiction of a gruesome scene where birds and animals are called to feast on the bodies of fallen soldiers. This scenario may conflict with modern sensibilities or ethical views about respect for human remains and animal behavior, creating tension with contemporary moral standards.

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