Contradiction with Leviticus 23:34
This verse specifies that the Feast of Tabernacles begins on the fifteenth day of the seventh month, differing from the timing mentioned in Deuteronomy.
Leviticus 23:34: Speak unto the children of Israel, saying, The fifteenth day of this seventh month [shall be] the feast of tabernacles [for] seven days unto the LORD.
Contradiction with Numbers 29:12
The observance here includes specific offerings on the first day of the feast, adding requirements not mentioned in Deuteronomy 16:13.
Numbers 29:12: And on the fifteenth day of the seventh month ye shall have an holy convocation; ye shall do no servile work, and ye shall keep a feast unto the LORD seven days:
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 12:17-18
This passage emphasizes consuming tithes and offerings at a central location, which may contrast with the more inclusive family and community celebration described in Deuteronomy 16:13.
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 1 Kings 8:65-66
Solomon's feast lasted for fourteen days, implying extended celebrations not detailed in Deuteronomy 16:13.
1 Kings 8:65-66: And at that time Solomon held a feast, and all Israel with him, a great congregation, from the entering in of Hamath unto the river of Egypt, before the LORD our God, seven days and seven days, [even] fourteen days.
Contradiction with Exodus 23:16
This verse focuses on the agricultural aspects of the feast, potentially differing from the emphasis seen in Deuteronomy 16:13.
Exodus 23:16: And the feast of harvest, the firstfruits of thy labours, which thou hast sown in the field: and the feast of ingathering, [which is] in the end of the year, when thou hast gathered in thy labours out of the field.
Paradox #1
Historical contradictions or conflicts for this verse could involve different Jewish or Christian traditions interpreting the timing and practices of the festival described. Various religious communities might have had disagreements on how or when it should be celebrated. However, this would not be a major contradiction but rather differences in religious practice.