Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ezekiel 5:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ezekiel 5:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ezekiel 5:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Ezekiel, God is warning the people that He will send a time when there won’t be enough food because they haven’t listened to Him. It's like when a parent takes away a toy because their child didn’t behave, hoping they will learn to do better.

Ezekiel 5:16: When I shall send upon them the evil arrows of famine, which shall be for [their] destruction, [and] which I will send to destroy you: and I will increase the famine upon you, and will break your staff of bread:

Contradiction with Matthew 6:26

While Ezekiel 5:16 speaks of God sending "arrows of famine" to destroy, Matthew 6:26 highlights God's provision, ensuring the birds are fed even without sowing or reaping.

Matthew 6:26: Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they?

Contradiction with Psalm 37:25

Ezekiel 5:16 presents God's judgment through famine, whereas Psalm 37:25 asserts that the righteous will not be forsaken nor will their children beg for bread.

Psalm 37:25: I have been young, and [now] am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:19

Ezekiel 5:16 refers to God as the bringer of scarcity through famine; conversely, Philippians 4:19 promises God will supply all needs according to His riches.

Philippians 4:19: But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Ezekiel 5:16 portrays divine punishment and destruction, while Isaiah 41:10 emphasizes God's support and assurance of help and strength to His people.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Psalm 23:1

Ezekiel 5:16 involves God taking away the staff of bread, leading to lack, whereas Psalm 23:1 expresses the notion that the Lord provides so that one shall not want.

Psalm 23:1: [A Psalm of David.] The LORD [is] my shepherd; I shall not want.

Paradox #1

This verse talks about punishment and suffering being sent as a form of divine judgment. The contradiction or conflict might arise from the idea of a loving and compassionate deity causing severe harm or suffering to people. Some might see this as inconsistent with the concept of a benevolent God.

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