Contradiction with Exodus 20:3
This verse commands exclusive worship of God, which Daniel 3:18 aligns with rather than contradicts.
Exodus 20:3: Thou shalt have no other gods before me.
Contradiction with Matthew 4:10
This verse reinforces the command to worship only God, similar to the stance in Daniel 3:18.
Matthew 4:10: Then saith Jesus unto him, Get thee hence, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.
Contradiction with Joshua 24:15
This verse advocates choosing and serving God, akin to the decision made in Daniel 3:18.
Joshua 24:15: And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that [were] on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.
Paradox #1
The verse presents a situation where faith is placed in God even if He does not deliver immediate help or favorable outcomes. For some, this might seem inconsistent with the belief that God always intervenes or protects in times of need. The conflict arises from differing interpretations of God's role in human suffering and the nature of faith.
Paradox #2
The moral conflict in Daniel 3:18 could be seen in the tension between obeying laws and staying true to personal beliefs. The verse reflects a situation where individuals choose to defy authority because they prioritize their faith over legal mandates. This can lead to a conflict between following societal rules and maintaining personal integrity or religious beliefs.