Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 39:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 39:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 39:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, this verse means that God is telling the birds and animals to eat a big feast, showing how He can defeat powerful enemies and take care of His people. It's like God is saying, "I am strong, and I will win over those who are against you."

Ezekiel 39:18: Ye shall eat the flesh of the mighty, and drink the blood of the princes of the earth, of rams, of lambs, and of goats, of bullocks, all of them fatlings of Bashan. [goats: Heb. great goats]

Contradiction with Psalm 23:2

Psalm 23:2 speaks of providing green pastures and peaceful, nurturing environments, which contrasts with the imagery of a feast on flesh depicted in Ezekiel 39:18.

Psalm 23:2: He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. [green...: Heb. pastures of tender grass] [still...: Heb. waters of quietness]

Contradiction with Isaiah 11:6

Isaiah 11:6 describes a harmonious existence between predators and prey, which contrasts with Ezekiel 39:18's depiction of a feast on mighty men and animals.

Isaiah 11:6: 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 Revelation 7:16

Revelation 7:16 promises that believers will neither hunger nor thirst, which contrasts with the imagery of a feast in Ezekiel 39:18.

Revelation 7:16: They shall hunger no more, neither thirst any more; neither shall the sun light on them, nor any heat.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:7

Matthew 5:7 speaks of mercy, contrasting with the violent imagery of a feast on flesh in Ezekiel 39:18.

Matthew 5:7: Blessed [are] the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Luke 6:27 instructs to love your enemies and do good to those who hate you, which contradicts the violent imagery in Ezekiel 39:18.

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

Paradox #1

Ezekiel 39:18 may present a contradiction or conflict because it describes a scenario where animals are invited to feast on the bodies of fallen warriors. This can be seen as inconsistent with the view of valuing human life and dignity. Some people might find it difficult to reconcile the image of using bodies in such a way with a message that promotes compassion and respect for life.

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