Contradiction with Exodus 20:12
This verse commands honoring one's father and mother, which aligns rather than contradicts Deuteronomy 27:16.
Exodus 20:12: Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.
Contradiction with Ephesians 6:1
This verse also supports the command to honor parents, which aligns with Deuteronomy 27:16.
Ephesians 6:1: Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right.
Contradiction with Colossians 3:20
This verse instructs children to obey their parents, which is consistent with the spirit of Deuteronomy 27:16.
Colossians 3:20: Children, obey [your] parents in all things: for this is well pleasing unto the Lord.
Contradiction with Proverbs 20:20
This verse aligns with the idea of respecting parents, reinforcing the consequences of cursing them like Deuteronomy 27:16, rather than contradicting it.
Proverbs 20:20: Whoso curseth his father or his mother, his lamp shall be put out in obscure darkness. [lamp: or, candle]
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 27:16 emphasizes the importance of respecting one's parents. A potential contradiction could be with the New Testament teaching of leaving one's family to follow Jesus, as seen in passages like Matthew 10:37, where loyalty to Christ may outweigh familial ties. This could appear inconsistent with the strong emphasis on honoring parents in the Old Testament.
Paradox #2
The doctrinal conflict could arise from the emphasis on both honoring parents and the recognition of situations where parents are not righteous or just. In some doctrines, obeying and respecting authority is highly stressed, but this might clash with teachings that suggest one should not follow wrongful guidance or behavior. Balancing these teachings can create a challenge.
Paradox #3
The contradiction in this verse could be that it calls for respect towards parents, which is generally seen as important, but it may not address situations where parents are abusive or unjust. This could create a conflict between following the command and responding to harmful behavior.