Contradiction with Acts 15:17
In Acts, the inclusion of Gentiles is emphasized whereas Amos 9:12 speaks about possessing the remnant of Edom, suggesting a division rather than inclusion.
Acts 15:17: That the residue of men might seek after the Lord, and all the Gentiles, upon whom my name is called, saith the Lord, who doeth all these things.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 7:2
Deuteronomy instructs to utterly destroy nations and not show mercy, contrasting with Amos 9:12 which implies a possession and possible peaceful coexistence.
Deuteronomy 7:2: And when the LORD thy God shall deliver them before thee; thou shalt smite them, [and] utterly destroy them; thou shalt make no covenant with them, nor shew mercy unto them:
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Matthew encourages to love and pray for enemies, which contradicts the notion of possessing and overtaking others as suggested in Amos 9:12.
Matthew 5:44: 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 Isaiah 2:4
Isaiah speaks of nations not lifting sword against each other, while Amos 9:12 implies subjugation of other nations.
Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
Contradiction with Obadiah 1:18
Obadiah mentions the complete destruction of Edom, which contrasts with Amos 9:12’s implication of a future remnant of Edom.
Obadiah 1:18: And the house of Jacob shall be a fire, and the house of Joseph a flame, and the house of Esau for stubble, and they shall kindle in them, and devour them; and there shall not be [any] remaining of the house of Esau; for the LORD hath spoken [it].
Contradiction with Isaiah 11:10
Isaiah declares the Gentiles will seek the root of Jesse, which contrasts with Amos 9:12 in terms of the relationship dynamics between Israel and Gentiles.
Isaiah 11:10: And in that day there shall be a root of Jesse, which shall stand for an ensign of the people; to it shall the Gentiles seek: and his rest shall be glorious. [glorious: Heb. glory]
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
Luke advises to love your enemies, contradicting the idea of possessing and dominating them as mentioned in Amos 9:12.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Paradox #1
There is a contradiction regarding the groups involved in Amos 9:12 because different ancient manuscripts have different words, leading to debates about who was meant. Some say "Edom," while others suggest "humanity" or "nations." This creates confusion about who the verse is talking about.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction in Amos 9:12 could be related to themes of possession or dominance over other nations, which might conflict with modern values of equality and coexistence. This verse could be seen as inconsistent with the idea of universal peace and respect among all people.