Contradiction with Matthew 5:17
This verse states that Jesus came to fulfill the law, not abolish it, suggesting a continuation rather than a cessation of past practices like those outlined in Deuteronomy 16:3.
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 Colossians 2:16-17
These verses say not to let anyone judge you regarding religious festivals or Sabbaths, implying a freedom from the strict observance outlined in Deuteronomy 16:3.
Colossians 2:16-17: Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath [days]: [in meat...: or, for eating and drinking] [respect: or, part]
Contradiction with Romans 14:5-6
These verses suggest individual discretion in observing days, which contradicts the mandated observance described in Deuteronomy 16:3.
Romans 14:5-6: 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 Hebrews 10:1
This verse states that the law is only a shadow of good things to come, implying the temporary nature of the requirements found in Deuteronomy 16:3.
Hebrews 10:1: For the law having a shadow of good things to come, [and] not the very image of the things, can never with those sacrifices which they offered year by year continually make the comers thereunto perfect.
Contradiction with Galatians 5:1
This verse speaks of freedom from the yoke of slavery, including ceremonial laws like those in Deuteronomy 16:3, in Christ.
Galatians 5:1: Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 16:3 could be seen as having a theological inconsistency regarding the nature of remembrance and the method of worship. The verse emphasizes the need to remember the Israelites' escape from Egypt by eating unleavened bread. Some might see a contradiction in how physical rituals are used for spiritual remembrance in a broader religious context that often emphasizes internal, spiritual relationships with God over mere external practices. This can be confusing when trying to reconcile the importance of physical rituals with an individual's personal spiritual journey and modern worship practices that focus on internal faith over traditional customs.
Paradox #2
The potential historical conflict with Deuteronomy 16:3 could be related to differing accounts of the Passover meal and the timeline of the Israelites' escape from Egypt. Different passages in the Bible, such as those in Exodus, may describe the timing and preparation of the meal differently. This can lead to confusion or inconsistency in understanding how and when the Passover was celebrated historically.