Contradictions and Paradoxes in Deuteronomy 31:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Deuteronomy 31:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Deuteronomy 31:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God wanted a special song to be written and taught to the people so they would remember him and his teachings. This song would help remind them to follow him, and if they didn't, it would be like a reminder that they should do better.

Deuteronomy 31:19: Now therefore write ye this song for you, and teach it the children of Israel: put it in their mouths, that this song may be a witness for me against the children of Israel.

Contradiction with James 1:22

Emphasizes doing the word rather than just hearing it, which contrasts with the emphasis in Deuteronomy 31:19 on writing and teaching the song.

James 1:22: But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:7

Advises against vain repetitions in prayer, while Deuteronomy 31:19 focuses on repetition for memory and teaching through a song.

Matthew 6:7: But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen [do]: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.

Contradiction with Hosea 6:6

Highlights God's desire for mercy and knowledge of Him rather than sacrifices, contrasting with the structured act of teaching the law through a song.

Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.

Contradiction with Matthew 12:36

Warns that every idle word will be accounted for, contrasting with the act of teaching and repetition in song, which indicates importance rather than idleness.

Matthew 12:36: But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment.

Contradiction with Isaiah 29:13

Critiques those who honor God with their lips but have distant hearts, which can contrast with the outward act of learning a song, as instructed in Deuteronomy 31:19.

Isaiah 29:13: Wherefore the Lord said, Forasmuch as this people draw near [me] with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men:

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency of Deuteronomy 31:19 might relate to the broader scholarly debates about the authorship and dating of the Book of Deuteronomy. Some scholars believe it was written much later than the time of Moses, traditionally considered its author. This could mean the verse reflects later historical concerns not present during Moses's lifetime. However, there is no direct contradiction within the verse itself.

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