Contradiction with Exodus 34:6-7
Exodus 34:6-7 emphasizes God's mercy and forgiveness, stating that He is "merciful and gracious, long-suffering, and abundant in goodness and truth," which contrasts with the vengeance described in Ezekiel 9:10.
Exodus 34:6-7: And the LORD passed by before him, and proclaimed, The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth,
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44-45
Matthew 5:44-45 teaches to "love your enemies" and "pray for those who persecute you," opposing the judgmental approach in Ezekiel 9:10.
Matthew 5:44-45: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with James 2:13
James 2:13 states that "mercy triumphs over judgment," suggesting a preference for mercy over retribution, differing from the judgment in Ezekiel 9:10.
James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
Contradiction with Psalm 103:8
Psalm 103:8 describes the Lord as "merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy," contradicting the punitive aspect of Ezekiel 9:10.
Psalm 103:8: The LORD [is] merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. [plentious...: Heb. great in mercy]
Contradiction with Luke 6:36
Luke 6:36 encourages being merciful, as God is merciful, which stands in contrast to the unyielding retribution emphasized in Ezekiel 9:10.
Luke 6:36: Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.
Contradiction with Micah 7:18
Micah 7:18 highlights God's delight in showing mercy and pardoning iniquity, contrasting with the harsher tone of judgment in Ezekiel 9:10.
Micah 7:18: Who [is] a God like unto thee, that pardoneth iniquity, and passeth by the transgression of the remnant of his heritage? he retaineth not his anger for ever, because he delighteth [in] mercy.
Paradox #1
Ezekiel 9:10 might raise questions about the concept of justice and mercy in the Bible. Some might see a conflict between the harshness illustrated in this verse and the loving and forgiving nature God shows in other parts of the Bible. This can seem inconsistent with teachings that emphasize compassion and forgiveness.
Paradox #2
Ezekiel 9:10 could be seen as being in tension with the concept of mercy and forgiveness found in other parts of the Bible, such as in the teachings of Jesus about loving enemies and forgiving others. While Ezekiel speaks of judgement without pity, other parts of the Bible emphasize compassion and second chances. This difference can seem inconsistent to readers comparing messages of justice and mercy.
Paradox #3
The contradiction in this verse could be seen in the ideas of justice and mercy. The verse emphasizes punishment without showing mercy, which may seem inconsistent with other parts of the Bible that promote compassion and forgiveness. This could create a conflict for readers who value both justice and mercy.