Contradiction with Exodus 20:3
This verse commands the Israelites to have no other gods before God, contradicting the idolatry mentioned in Ezekiel 6:13.
Exodus 20:3: Thou shalt have no other gods before me.
Contradiction with Isaiah 44:6
This verse declares that there is no god besides the Lord, opposing the worship of idols implied in Ezekiel 6:13.
Isaiah 44:6: Thus saith the LORD the King of Israel, and his redeemer the LORD of hosts; I [am] the first, and I [am] the last; and beside me [there is] no God.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 6:14
This verse instructs not to follow other gods, which contrasts with the idol worship described in Ezekiel 6:13.
Deuteronomy 6:14: Ye shall not go after other gods, of the gods of the people which [are] round about you;
Contradiction with Jeremiah 10:5
This verse criticizes idols as powerless, opposing the reverence given to them in Ezekiel 6:13.
Jeremiah 10:5: They [are] upright as the palm tree, but speak not: they must needs be borne, because they cannot go. Be not afraid of them; for they cannot do evil, neither also [is it] in them to do good.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 8:4
This verse states that an idol is nothing in the world, which contradicts the significance placed on idols in Ezekiel 6:13.
1 Corinthians 8:4: As concerning therefore the eating of those things that are offered in sacrifice unto idols, we know that an idol [is] nothing in the world, and that [there is] none other God but one.
Paradox #1
Ezekiel 6:13 talks about people worshiping idols and being punished for it. Some might see a contradiction with the Bible's message of God's love and forgiveness. If God is loving and forgiving, it might seem inconsistent to punish so harshly. However, others interpret this as showing God's justice against continual wrongdoing.
Paradox #2
Ezekiel 6:13 discusses the worship of idols, which is condemned in the Bible. A potential contradiction might arise when comparing this with instances in the Bible where God commands the use of certain images or objects, like the bronze serpent in Numbers 21:8-9. While the bronze serpent was not an idol but a means for healing through faith, some may see a conflict in using objects associated with worship. Ultimately, the distinction lies in the intention and whether the object becomes an idol or a symbol pointing back to God.
Paradox #3
This verse mentions people worshiping under trees. There might be a contradiction if comparing this with scientific evidence that suggests ancient practices and places of worship were more diverse and complex, involving various structures and not predominantly tree worship. However, this isn't a direct contradiction, but more of a historical or anthropological difference.
Paradox #4
Ezekiel 6:13 could present a moral inconsistency by depicting divine judgment involving violence and destruction, which may conflict with values of compassion and forgiveness. This raises questions about the balance between justice and mercy.