Contradiction with Ezekiel 39:25-29
This passage speaks of God's restoration and mercy on Israel, seeming contradictory as Ezekiel 5:5 discusses judgment.
Ezekiel 39:25-29: Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; Now will I bring again the captivity of Jacob, and have mercy upon the whole house of Israel, and will be jealous for my holy name;
Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:35-37
Suggests the enduring nature of Israel before God, seemingly contradictory to the severe judgement pronounced in Ezekiel 5:5.
Jeremiah 31:35-37: Thus saith the LORD, which giveth the sun for a light by day, [and] the ordinances of the moon and of the stars for a light by night, which divideth the sea when the waves thereof roar; The LORD of hosts [is] his name:
Contradiction with Isaiah 54:7-8
Highlights God's compassion and mercy towards Israel despite their transgressions, contrasting the focus on judgment in Ezekiel 5:5.
Isaiah 54:7-8: For a small moment have I forsaken thee; but with great mercies will I gather thee.
Contradiction with Hosea 11:8-9
Expresses God's reluctance to fully destroy Israel due to His compassion, contrasting the destructive judgment described in Ezekiel 5:5.
Hosea 11:8-9: How shall I give thee up, Ephraim? [how] shall I deliver thee, Israel? how shall I make thee as Admah? [how] shall I set thee as Zeboim? mine heart is turned within me, my repentings are kindled together.
Contradiction with Zechariah 8:13
Declares Israel will become a blessing among nations, contrary to the impending doom depicted in Ezekiel 5:5.
Zechariah 8:13: And it shall come to pass, [that] as ye were a curse among the heathen, O house of Judah, and house of Israel; so will I save you, and ye shall be a blessing: fear not, [but] let your hands be strong.