Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7
This verse speaks of God giving a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind instead of fear, which contrasts with the "madness and blindness and astonishment of heart" mentioned in Deuteronomy 28:28.
2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
Contradiction with James 1:5
Here, if anyone lacks wisdom, they should ask God who gives generously to all, suggesting clarity and understanding contrary to the confusion and madness described in Deuteronomy 28:28.
James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33
States that God is not the author of confusion but of peace, which is contrary to the afflictions of confusion and astonishment mentioned in Deuteronomy 28:28.
1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
Contradiction with Isaiah 26:3
Indicates that God will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast because they trust in Him, contrasting with the mental disturbances referenced in Deuteronomy 28:28.
Isaiah 26:3: Thou wilt keep [him] in perfect peace, [whose] mind [is] stayed [on thee]: because he trusteth in thee. [perfect...: Heb. peace, peace] [mind: or, thought, or, imagination]
Contradiction with Philippians 4:7
Speaks of the peace of God guarding hearts and minds, offering a contrasting perspective to the chaos and distress highlighted in Deuteronomy 28:28.
Philippians 4:7: And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 28:28 may raise questions among some readers about why a loving and just God would inflict mental suffering or confusion as a form of punishment. This could be seen as conflicting with the idea of God being merciful and compassionate.
Paradox #2
Deuteronomy 28:28 deals with consequences or curses for disobedience. The contradiction might be the idea of a loving and just God causing mental suffering as a punishment. Some people might see a conflict between unconditional love and inflicting such distress, raising questions about divine justice and compassion.