Contradiction with Exodus 20:3
This verse commands not to have other gods, contrasting Deuteronomy 32:17 where they sacrificed to new gods.
Exodus 20:3: Thou shalt have no other gods before me.
Contradiction with Isaiah 45:5
This verse declares that there is no god beside the Lord, conflicting with the mention of other gods in Deuteronomy 32:17.
Isaiah 45:5: I [am] the LORD, and [there is] none else, [there is] no God beside me: I girded thee, though thou hast not known me:
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 8:4
States that an idol is nothing in the world, contradicting the acknowledgment of sacrificing to entities termed as 'gods' in Deuteronomy 32:17.
1 Corinthians 8:4: As concerning therefore the eating of those things that are offered in sacrifice unto idols, we know that an idol [is] nothing in the world, and that [there is] none other God but one.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 6:4
Proclaims that the Lord is one, which contradicts the worship of multiple new gods found in Deuteronomy 32:17.
Deuteronomy 6:4: Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God [is] one LORD:
Contradiction with Jeremiah 10:10-11
Declares the Lord as the true God, unlike the false gods mentioned in Deuteronomy 32:17.
Jeremiah 10:10-11: But the LORD [is] the true God, he [is] the living God, and an everlasting king: at his wrath the earth shall tremble, and the nations shall not be able to abide his indignation. [true...: Heb. God of truth] [living God: Heb. living Gods] [everlasting...: Heb. king of eternity]
Contradiction with Psalm 96:5
Asserts that all gods of the nations are idols, opposing the implication of real power or significance to them in Deuteronomy 32:17.
Psalm 96:5: For all the gods of the nations [are] idols: but the LORD made the heavens.
Contradiction with Galatians 4:8
Points out that previously, people who did not know God served those who are not gods, conflicting with serving new gods in Deuteronomy 32:17.
Galatians 4:8: Howbeit then, when ye knew not God, ye did service unto them which by nature are no gods.
Contradiction with Isaiah 44:6
Declares there is no God beside the Lord, contradicting acknowledging new gods in Deuteronomy 32:17.
Isaiah 44:6: Thus saith the LORD the King of Israel, and his redeemer the LORD of hosts; I [am] the first, and I [am] the last; and beside me [there is] no God.
Contradiction with John 17:3
Emphasizes knowing the only true God, which Deuteronomy 32:17's implication of other gods contradicts.
John 17:3: And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 32:17 could be seen as conflicting with the belief in worshiping only one true God. This verse suggests that people sacrificed to false gods, which contradicts the core teaching of monotheism found in other parts of the Bible, where worship should be directed only to the God of Israel.
Paradox #2
One possible contradiction might arise when comparing this verse to other biblical passages that emphasize the worship of a single God. Some readers might see a conflict between this verse's implication of sacrifices to other entities and the strong monotheistic message elsewhere in the Bible. However, this inconsistency is often explained as a historical account rather than a theological endorsement.
Paradox #3
The contradiction or inconsistency in Deuteronomy 32:17 could relate to the mention of "new gods" or "gods that your ancestors did not fear." This could raise questions about the historical timeline of monotheism versus polytheism in ancient Israelite religion. The verse may imply that the worship of different gods was introduced over time, suggesting a shift from earlier religious practices that might not align with the idea of a consistent, unchanging worship of a single deity throughout Israelite history.
Paradox #4
This verse mentions worshipping false gods, which could conflict with the idea of there being only one true God in the Bible. This creates a contradiction for believers if they are tempted to follow other gods. The challenge is to remain faithful to one God despite external influences.