Contradiction with Matthew 7:12
The principle of doing unto others as you would have them do unto you contradicts the notion of consuming one's own offspring for survival.
Matthew 7:12: Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
The commandment "Thou shalt not kill" contradicts the act of cannibalism implied in Deuteronomy 28:53.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Isaiah 49:15
The verse highlights a mother's compassion for her child, contradicting the idea of a mother consuming her offspring.
Isaiah 49:15: Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have compassion on the son of her womb? yea, they may forget, yet will I not forget thee. [that...: Heb. from having compassion]
Contradiction with 1 John 4:7
The call to love one another contradicts the desperate and harsh action described in Deuteronomy 28:53.
1 John 4:7: Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. [is born: Gr. has been born]
Contradiction with Psalm 127:3
Children are described as a heritage and reward from the Lord, contradicting the concept of consuming them in dire circumstances.
Psalm 127:3: Lo, children [are] an heritage of the LORD: [and] the fruit of the womb [is his] reward.
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 28:53 describes a severe curse that may occur if the Israelites disobey God, including harsh consequences like cannibalism during a siege. The theological conflict here could arise from the portrayal of a loving and merciful God allowing such extreme and disturbing punishments. It raises questions about the nature of divine justice and mercy.
Paradox #2
One contradiction in this verse could be the conflict between the act described and the broader moral teachings of compassion and love. The verse presents a situation that is in dire contrast to the values of caring for others and nurturing life, which may seem inconsistent with a message of moral righteousness.