Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 45:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 45:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 45:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God told him that there should be a special square area that is 500 steps long on each side for the holy place, and a space of 50 steps around it to keep it special and set apart. This was to make sure the holy place had room around it and was protected.

Ezekiel 45:2: Of this there shall be for the sanctuary five hundred [in length], with five hundred [in breadth], square round about; and fifty cubits round about for the suburbs thereof. [suburbs: or, void places]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:5

This verse emphasizes meekness and inheriting the earth, which contrasts with the notion of a set portion of land reserved for a specific purpose in Ezekiel 45:2.

Matthew 5:5: Blessed [are] the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

Contradiction with Acts 7:48

This verse states that the Most High does not dwell in temples made with hands, which may contradict the detailed instructions for a specific holy district in Ezekiel 45:2.

Acts 7:48: Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet,

Contradiction with John 4:21

This verse reflects Jesus' teaching that worship is not confined to specific physical locations, potentially conflicting with the designated holy area in Ezekiel 45:2.

John 4:21: 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 9:11

This verse speaks of Christ entering a greater and more perfect tabernacle not made with hands, which could contradict the earthly measurements and constructs implied in Ezekiel 45:2.

Hebrews 9:11: But Christ being come an high priest of good things to come, by a greater and more perfect tabernacle, not made with hands, that is to say, not of this building;

Contradiction with Revelation 21:22

This verse presents a vision of the new Jerusalem having no temple, challenging the concept of needing a specific consecrated space as described in Ezekiel 45:2.

Revelation 21:22: And I saw no temple therein: for the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are the temple of it.
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