Contradiction with Matthew 5:17
Deuteronomy 12:2 speaks of destroying places of worship of other gods, whereas Matthew 5:17 talks about fulfilling the law, which some interpret as implying respect rather than destruction of existing religious sites.
Matthew 5:17: Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.
Contradiction with Acts 7:48
While Deuteronomy 12:2 focuses on physical locations, Acts 7:48 states that God does not dwell in temples made with hands, challenging the idea of destroying physical sanctuaries.
Acts 7:48: Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet,
Contradiction with Romans 14:5
This verse suggests a more individualistic approach to worship, where each person determines their sacred time and place, rather than enforcing a single place of destruction.
Romans 14:5: One man esteemeth one day above another: another esteemeth every day [alike]. Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind. [fully persuaded: or, fully assured]
Contradiction with John 4:21
Jesus indicates a shift away from worship tied to specific locations, contrasting the command in Deuteronomy 12:2 to destroy places tied to other gods.
John 4:21: Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father.
Contradiction with Isaiah 56:7
Contradicts the exclusive destruction by envisioning God's house as a place of prayer for all people, suggesting inclusivity rather than elimination.
Isaiah 56:7: Even them will I bring to my holy mountain, and make them joyful in my house of prayer: their burnt offerings and their sacrifices [shall be] accepted upon mine altar; for mine house shall be called an house of prayer for all people.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 8:4
Acknowledges the existence of other gods as nothing, therefore, negating the necessity of destroying places of worship mentioned in Deuteronomy 12:2.
1 Corinthians 8:4: As concerning therefore the eating of those things that are offered in sacrifice unto idols, we know that an idol [is] nothing in the world, and that [there is] none other God but one.
Contradiction with Luke 19:46
Jesus emphasizes prayer and inclusion within the temple, which can contradict the idea of demolishing places of worship found in Deuteronomy 12:2.
Luke 19:46: Saying unto them, It is written, My house is the house of prayer: but ye have made it a den of thieves.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict could arise from the command to destroy places of worship used by other religions. This might seem inconsistent with teachings about love, tolerance, and respecting others found elsewhere in the Bible. It raises questions about how to balance justice with compassion.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in "Deuteronomy 12:2" could be that it commands the destruction of places of worship used by other nations, which may conflict with findings that suggest some ancient Israelites also worshipped in similar high places or used similar religious practices. This reflects a possible inconsistency between the biblical command and archaeological evidence of religious practices in ancient Israel.
Paradox #3
The contradiction in this context could be the conflict between the command to destroy places of worship of other religions and the values of religious tolerance and respect for diverse beliefs. This can be seen as inconsistent with the idea of allowing freedom of worship and respecting different faith traditions.