Contradiction with Micah 6:8
Emphasizes justice, mercy, and humility before God as key requirements, while Deuteronomy 10:12 emphasizes fear of God and obedience to commandments.
Micah 6:8: He hath shewed thee, O man, what [is] good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? [walk...: Heb. humble thyself to walk]
Contradiction with Romans 3:28
Highlights faith as the path to righteousness, contrary to Deuteronomy 10:12 which emphasizes adherence to the law.
Romans 3:28: Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law.
Contradiction with Mark 12:30-31
Prioritizes love for God and neighbor as the greatest commandments, which differs from Deuteronomy 10:12's emphasis on fear and service to God.
Mark 12:30-31: And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind, and with all thy strength: this [is] the first commandment.
Contradiction with Galatians 2:16
Stresses that justification comes through faith in Jesus Christ, rather than the works of the law, contrasting with Deuteronomy 10:12's focus on observing commandments.
Galatians 2:16: Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.
Contradiction with Matthew 11:28-30
Offers rest and an easy burden through Jesus, differing from Deuteronomy 10:12's depiction of serving God with all heart and soul as a requirement.
Matthew 11:28-30: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in Deuteronomy 10:12 could arise from the expectation of humans to fear and love God simultaneously. Fear and love are often seen as opposing emotions, making it confusing for some people to balance both feelings towards God. This can be seen as inconsistent because cultivating deep love and reverence while also being fearfully obedient might create tension in how to genuinely relate to God.