Contradictions and Paradoxes in Deuteronomy 28:60

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Deuteronomy 28:60 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Deuteronomy 28:60. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, if the people did not listen to God, He would let them get the same diseases that scared them in Egypt. This means they would get very sick because they didn’t follow God’s rules.

Deuteronomy 28:60: Moreover he will bring upon thee all the diseases of Egypt, which thou wast afraid of; and they shall cleave unto thee.

Contradiction with Exodus 15:26

This verse promises that if the Israelites follow God's commandments, none of the diseases of the Egyptians will be put upon them, which contradicts Deuteronomy 28:60 where it says God will bring these diseases upon them.

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 Psalm 103:3

This verse speaks of God who forgives all iniquities and heals all diseases, which contrasts with Deuteronomy 28:60 where God brings diseases upon the people.

Psalm 103:3: Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;

Contradiction with James 5:14-15

This passage explains that prayer and faith can heal the sick, which contradicts Deuteronomy 28:60 where God is actively bringing diseases as punishment.

James 5:14-15: Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord:

Paradox #1

Deuteronomy 28:60 might be seen as contradictory when compared to certain beliefs about God's nature, particularly His goodness and love. If God is always loving and kind, some might find it hard to understand why He would bring harsh consequences or illnesses upon people, as suggested in this verse. This could seem inconsistent with the view of God as purely benevolent.

Paradox #2

The potential moral conflict in this verse arises from the idea of punishing people with diseases for their disobedience. It raises questions about the fairness and compassion of using illness as a form of divine punishment.

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