Contradiction with Psalm 91:10
Assures protection from plagues and diseases for those who trust in God, contradicting the promise of pestilence.
Psalm 91:10: There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.
Contradiction with Exodus 15:26
Promises that those who obey God's commandments will not suffer the diseases of Egypt, contrasting with the threats of Deuteronomy 28:22.
Exodus 15:26: And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the LORD thy God, and wilt do that which is right in his sight, and wilt give ear to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I [am] the LORD that healeth thee.
Contradiction with Job 1:10
Describes God's hedge of protection around Job and his household, offering a promise of safety rather than destruction.
Job 1:10: Hast not thou made an hedge about him, and about his house, and about all that he hath on every side? thou hast blessed the work of his hands, and his substance is increased in the land. [substance: or, cattle]
Contradiction with Isaiah 54:17
Declares that no weapon formed against God's people will prosper, opposing the calamities mentioned in Deuteronomy 28:22.
Isaiah 54:17: No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue [that] shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This [is] the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness [is] of me, saith the LORD.
Contradiction with John 10:10
Jesus stating His purpose to bring life abundantly contrasts with the destruction spoken of in Deuteronomy 28:22.
John 10:10: The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have [it] more abundantly.
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 28:22 discusses punishments for disobedience to God. One possible inconsistency is with the concept of a loving and forgiving God. Some people might find it contradictory that a benevolent deity would inflict harsh punishments. This tension arises from differing views on justice and mercy in religious belief.
Paradox #2
The scientific inconsistency in that verse could be related to the implied connection between moral behavior and physical diseases or environmental phenomena, as modern science understands diseases and environmental effects to be caused by microbes, genetics, or natural processes, rather than moral or spiritual behavior.
Paradox #3
Deuteronomy 28:22 could raise questions about the moral idea of a loving and just deity causing harm or suffering as punishment. Some might see a contradiction between the idea of a compassionate God and the harsh consequences described. This verse might appear inconsistent with the broader message of forgiveness and mercy found elsewhere in religious texts.