Contradiction with Isaiah 25:9
Amos 5:18 warns against desiring the Day of the Lord, while Isaiah 25:9 portrays it as a day of salvation and joy.
Isaiah 25:9: And it shall be said in that day, Lo, this [is] our God; we have waited for him, and he will save us: this [is] the LORD; we have waited for him, we will be glad and rejoice in his salvation.
Contradiction with Joel 2:31
Amos 5:18 describes the Day of the Lord as darkness, yet Joel 2:31 suggests it's preceded by signs like the moon turning to blood, implying preparation and expectation.
Joel 2:31: The sun shall be turned into darkness, and the moon into blood, before the great and the terrible day of the LORD come.
Contradiction with Zephaniah 1:14
Amos 5:18 discourages desiring the Day of the Lord, whereas Zephaniah 1:14 speaks of its nearness with urgency, indicating anticipation.
Zephaniah 1:14: The great day of the LORD [is] near, [it is] near, and hasteth greatly, [even] the voice of the day of the LORD: the mighty man shall cry there bitterly.
Contradiction with Malachi 4:5
Amos 5:18 implies danger and dread, but Malachi 4:5 presents the Day of the Lord as a time of Elijah's return and reconciliation.
Malachi 4:5: Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the LORD:
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:8
Amos 5:18 warns it is not a day to be desired, yet 1 Corinthians 1:8 speaks of being confirmed blameless on the Day of our Lord Jesus Christ, suggesting it is a positive event.
1 Corinthians 1:8: Who shall also confirm you unto the end, [that ye may be] blameless in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Paradox #1
Amos 5:18 warns about the "day of the Lord," suggesting it will be dark and not light, a day of judgment rather than deliverance. The potential contradiction arises when compared to other biblical passages that describe the "day of the Lord" as a time of redemption and joy for the faithful. This can seem inconsistent because some expect it to be a positive event, while Amos presents it as a time of woe and darkness.
Paradox #2
The conflict arises when people mistakenly believe that the "day of the Lord" will be a time of joy and blessing for them, while the verse warns that it will be a day of darkness and judgment instead. This challenges the assumption that one is automatically in favor with God and highlights the need for true righteousness.
Paradox #3
Amos 5:18 warns people who wish for the "day of the Lord," a time many expect to be full of light and blessings. The contradiction arises because the verse suggests that this day will actually bring darkness and judgment. People expect a good outcome, but they are warned of a bad result instead. This inconsistency highlights a conflict between expectation and reality, encouraging self-reflection on one's actions.