Contradiction with Matthew 13:16
This verse states that some people are blessed with eyes that see and ears that hear, contradicting Deuteronomy 29:4 where it mentions the LORD has not given the Israelites a heart to perceive, eyes to see, and ears to hear.
Matthew 13:16: But blessed [are] your eyes, for they see: and your ears, for they hear.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 12:2
This verse acknowledges that people have ears to hear and eyes to see but do not use them, suggesting they inherently possess these faculties, unlike Deuteronomy 29:4 which claims the LORD has not given them these abilities.
Ezekiel 12:2: Son of man, thou dwellest in the midst of a rebellious house, which have eyes to see, and see not; they have ears to hear, and hear not: for they [are] a rebellious house.
Contradiction with Romans 11:8
This verse mentions God giving people a spirit of slumber, eyes that should not see, and ears that should not hear, contrasting Deuteronomy 29:4 by implying it's a divine act, but here it's stated as a condition given by God.
Romans 11:8: (According as it is written, God hath given them the spirit of slumber, eyes that they should not see, and ears that they should not hear;) unto this day. [slumber: or, remorse]
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 29:4 suggests that God has not given certain people the ability to understand His words. This can seem contradictory to the idea that God wants everyone to know Him and follow His teachings. It raises questions about free will and why some people might be kept from understanding.
Paradox #2
Deuteronomy 29:4 mentions God not giving people the ability to understand or see certain things clearly. This could appear to contradict other verses where it seems that understanding is granted to those who seek it, emphasizing free will and personal responsibility in seeking wisdom. It raises questions about divine sovereignty versus human effort.
Paradox #3
Deuteronomy 29:4 might be seen as contradictory because it mentions that God has not given the Israelites a heart to understand, eyes to see, or ears to hear, even after witnessing many miracles. This can conflict with other parts of the Bible where it's implied that people are fully responsible for understanding and obeying God's commands. It raises questions about free will and the ability to perceive and follow God's guidance.
Paradox #4
The contradiction or inconsistency in this verse could be the idea that God is seen as just and loving, yet in this verse, it suggests that He prevents people from understanding or perceiving fully. This could seem contradictory because it raises questions about free will and the fairness of holding people accountable for not understanding when they might not be given the ability to do so.