Contradiction with Proverbs 22:7
This verse states that the borrower is servant to the lender, implying lasting debt.
Proverbs 22:7: The rich ruleth over the poor, and the borrower [is] servant to the lender. [the lender: Heb. the man that lendeth]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:42
This verse encourages giving to those who ask and not turning away, suggesting perpetual generosity rather than releasing debts.
Matthew 5:42: Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away.
Contradiction with Luke 6:35
This verse instructs to lend, hoping for nothing in return, differing from the notion of debt cancellation.
Luke 6:35: But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and [to] the evil.
Contradiction with Romans 13:8
This verse advises owing no one anything except to love one another, contrasting with periodic debt release.
Romans 13:8: Owe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law.
Contradiction with Psalm 37:21
This verse points out that the wicked borrows and does not repay, emphasizing repayment instead of debt remission.
Psalm 37:21: The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again: but the righteous sheweth mercy, and giveth.
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 15:2 could be seen as potentially contradictory because it instructs the cancellation of debts every seven years, which might conflict with the emphasis elsewhere in the Bible on paying what is owed or fulfilling obligations. Some readers might find it inconsistent with the idea of personal responsibility or the economic reality of lending.
Paradox #2
Deuteronomy 15:2 talks about canceling debts every seven years. The contradiction could be that while it promotes compassion and relief for debtors, it could be seen as unfair to lenders who might not get their money back. This creates a conflict between forgiveness and fairness.