Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5
This verse states "I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee," which contradicts the idea of God forsaking them as mentioned in Deuteronomy 31:17.
Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with Matthew 28:20
Jesus says "lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world," indicating continual presence, contrary to God hiding His face in Deuteronomy 31:17.
Matthew 28:20: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, [even] unto the end of the world. Amen.
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
"Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God," which contrasts with God forsaking and hiding His face as described in Deuteronomy 31:17.
Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Contradiction with Joshua 1:5
"I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee," suggesting constant support, in contradiction with God turning away in Deuteronomy 31:17.
Joshua 1:5: There shall not any man be able to stand before thee all the days of thy life: as I was with Moses, [so] I will be with thee: I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 31:17 presents a situation where God expresses anger and hides His face from the people because of their wrongdoing. Some might see a conflict here with the concept of God's omnipresence and unconditional love, questioning how a loving God can turn away from His people. However, this can also be understood as a way of emphasizing the consequences of turning away from God's guidance.
Paradox #2
Deuteronomy 31:17 might present a contradiction or conflict with the idea of a loving and forgiving God, as it talks about God's anger and the punishment of the people. This can seem inconsistent with other parts of the Bible that highlight God's mercy and compassion. This tension between justice and mercy in God's character is a common discussion among scholars and believers.
Paradox #3
One possible contradiction in this verse could be the idea of God abandoning the people, which seems to conflict with the concept of God as always loving and forgiving. This could raise questions about the consistency of God's nature and promises.