Contradiction with Exodus 20:3
This verse states "Thou shalt have no other gods before me," which contradicts Daniel 5:3 where vessels from God’s temple are used for drinking in honor of other gods.
Exodus 20:3: Thou shalt have no other gods before me.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:7
This verse commands against taking the name of the Lord in vain, which is contradicted in Daniel 5:3 by using sacred temple vessels in a profane manner.
Exodus 20:7: Thou shalt not take the name of the LORD thy God in vain; for the LORD will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 5:8-9
These verses prohibit idol worship, conflicting with Daniel 5:3 where sacred items are used in a feast honoring false gods.
Deuteronomy 5:8-9: Thou shalt not make thee [any] graven image, [or] any likeness [of any thing] that [is] in heaven above, or that [is] in the earth beneath, or that [is] in the waters beneath the earth:
Contradiction with 2 Kings 21:7
This verse describes desecration of holy items, which parallels but contrasts with the reverence expected for sacred objects, unlike in Daniel 5:3.
2 Kings 21:7: And he set a graven image of the grove that he had made in the house, of which the LORD said to David, and to Solomon his son, In this house, and in Jerusalem, which I have chosen out of all tribes of Israel, will I put my name for ever:
Contradiction with Jeremiah 7:9-10
These verses address misusing God’s house, similar to the misuse of temple vessels in Daniel 5:3, which contrasts the sanctity expected in worship practices.
Jeremiah 7:9-10: Will ye steal, murder, and commit adultery, and swear falsely, and burn incense unto Baal, and walk after other gods whom ye know not;
Contradiction with Romans 1:21-23
This verse criticizes honoring God with images or objects, contrasting with the dishonor shown through Daniel 5:3’s actions.
Romans 1:21-23: Because that, when they knew God, they glorified [him] not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:21
This verse differentiates the Lord’s table from that of demons, opposing the unholy use of consecrated items in Daniel 5:3.
1 Corinthians 10:21: Ye cannot drink the cup of the Lord, and the cup of devils: ye cannot be partakers of the Lord's table, and of the table of devils.
Contradiction with Matthew 4:10
Jesus commands to worship and serve only God; this contradicts Daniel 5:3 where temple vessels are used for idol worship.
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 Isaiah 42:8
God declares His glory will not be given to another, contrasting with Daniel 5:3 where temple items are used in idol worship.
Isaiah 42:8: I [am] the LORD: that [is] my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency related to Daniel 5:3 is that the biblical account describes King Belshazzar as the last king of Babylon, but historical records indicate that Nabonidus was actually the final king. Belshazzar was Nabonidus's son and acted as a co-regent, which may explain the confusion.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict in this verse could be viewed as showing disrespect or irreverence for sacred objects, as it involves using holy items for profane purposes. This can be seen as inconsistent with the values of respect and reverence for what is considered holy or sacred.