Contradiction with Matthew 5:3
This verse talks about the blessings of the poor in spirit, suggesting spiritual poverty as blessed, while Deuteronomy 26:15 speaks of a land and people blessed materially.
Matthew 5:3: Blessed [are] the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Contradiction with James 2:5
This passage highlights God choosing the poor of this world, which contrasts with Deuteronomy 26:15's plea for all to be blessed with abundance.
James 2:5: Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him? [of the: or, of that]
Contradiction with Luke 6:24
Here, the rich are warned, contrasting with Deuteronomy 26:15's view of physical prosperity as a blessing.
Luke 6:24: But woe unto you that are rich! for ye have received your consolation.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20
Advises against laying up earthly treasures, whereas Deuteronomy 26:15 seeks earthly blessings and abundance.
Matthew 6:19-20: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with Luke 12:33
Encourages selling possessions and giving alms, suggesting a detachment from material wealth, contrary to Deuteronomy 26:15.
Luke 12:33: Sell that ye have, and give alms; provide yourselves bags which wax not old, a treasure in the heavens that faileth not, where no thief approacheth, neither moth corrupteth.
Paradox #1
The contradiction in that verse could be about asking for blessings while assuming that one's own actions and treatment of others, particularly the vulnerable such as strangers, orphans, and widows, are just and fair. There's a potential conflict if someone requests divine favor without actively ensuring justice and kindness in their community. This could seem inconsistent if the actions don't align with those compassionate principles.