Contradiction with Deuteronomy 14:27
Deuteronomy 14:27 advises not to forsake the Levite, whereas Deuteronomy 16:11 includes the Levite in the rejoicing, suggesting a broader inclusion in religious celebrations.
Deuteronomy 14:27: And the Levite that [is] within thy gates; thou shalt not forsake him; for he hath no part nor inheritance with thee.
Contradiction with Leviticus 23:42-43
These verses command dwelling in booths during the Feast of Tabernacles, whereas Deuteronomy 16:11 focuses on rejoicing with family and others, not mentioning booths.
Leviticus 23:42-43: Ye shall dwell in booths seven days; all that are Israelites born shall dwell in booths:
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 12:17-18
These verses say not to eat tithes within your gates but before the Lord only, while Deuteronomy 16:11 describes rejoicing with family and others in place chosen by God.
Deuteronomy 12:17-18: Thou mayest not eat within thy gates the tithe of thy corn, or of thy wine, or of thy oil, or the firstlings of thy herds or of thy flock, nor any of thy vows which thou vowest, nor thy freewill offerings, or heave offering of thine hand:
Contradiction with Exodus 12:15
This verse prohibits leaven eating during Passover, while Deuteronomy 16:11 outlines a joyful celebration during another feast that does not mention such restriction.
Exodus 12:15: Seven days shall ye eat unleavened bread; even the first day ye shall put away leaven out of your houses: for whosoever eateth leavened bread from the first day until the seventh day, that soul shall be cut off from Israel.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction or inconsistency in this verse might be the inclusion of certain groups of people like foreigners or outsiders to participate in the celebration, which could be seen as contrasting with other Biblical teachings that sometimes emphasize separation or exclusion of non-Israelites. This could raise questions about inclusivity versus exclusivity in different contexts within the Bible.