Contradiction with Romans 8:38-39
These verses state that nothing can separate us from the love of God, while Deuteronomy 11:16 warns of turning away from God and worshiping other gods which suggests separation from Him.
Romans 8:38-39: For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come,
Contradiction with John 10:28
This verse assures eternal security to believers, whereas Deuteronomy 11:16 cautions against falling away, implying believers can be led astray.
John 10:28: And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any [man] pluck them out of my hand.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5
God promises never to leave or forsake us, which contrasts with Deuteronomy 11:16’s implication that people can be abandoned by God if they turn to other gods.
Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with Matthew 28:20
Jesus promises to be with his followers always, but Deuteronomy 11:16 warns of the consequences of serving other gods, suggesting a potential loss of this presence.
Matthew 28:20: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, [even] unto the end of the world. Amen.
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
God’s assurance to be with and strengthen His people contrasts with the warning in Deuteronomy 11:16 that human actions could lead away from God’s presence.
Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Contradiction with James 1:17
The constancy and unchanging nature of God's goodness contrasts with the warning in Deuteronomy 11:16 about the dangers of turning away, suggesting a change in relationship.
James 1:17: Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 11:16 warns against turning to other gods, which reflects the historical struggle the Israelites faced in maintaining loyalty to their monotheistic beliefs amidst surrounding polytheistic cultures. The contradiction arises when considering archaeological evidence suggesting that ancient Israelites may have also worshiped other deities alongside Yahweh, indicating possible inconsistency between biblical texts and historical practices.