Contradiction with Deuteronomy 15:6
This verse promises that Israel will lend to many nations, contradicting the prediction of borrowing from others in Deuteronomy 28:44.
Deuteronomy 15:6: For the LORD thy God blesseth thee, as he promised thee: and thou shalt lend unto many nations, but thou shalt not borrow; and thou shalt reign over many nations, but they shall not reign over thee.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 28:12
This verse suggests that God will bless Israel to the extent that they will lend to many nations, while Deuteronomy 28:44 suggests the opposite situation where they must borrow.
Deuteronomy 28:12: The LORD shall open unto thee his good treasure, the heaven to give the rain unto thy land in his season, and to bless all the work of thine hand: and thou shalt lend unto many nations, and thou shalt not borrow.
Contradiction with Proverbs 22:7
Indicates the borrower is servant to the lender, highlighting the detrimental position of borrowing, contrasting Deuteronomy 28:44's depiction where Israelites will find themselves in a borrowed state.
Proverbs 22:7: The rich ruleth over the poor, and the borrower [is] servant to the lender. [the lender: Heb. the man that lendeth]
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 28:44 suggests a scenario of economic subjugation where others will lend to the people of Israel, implying they will be dependent rather than prosperous. This could seem inconsistent with other biblical promises of prosperity and blessings for Israel if they follow God's commandments. The contradiction lies in the conditional nature of blessings versus the reality of disobedience leading to curses, showing both God's justice and mercy.
Paradox #2
This verse might lead to moral questions about fairness and inequality. It suggests a situation where some people will always be in a position of power over others, which can seem inconsistent with later teachings in the Bible about love, equality, and helping the less fortunate. This could be seen as conflicting with the idea of treating others as you would like to be treated.