Contradictions and Paradoxes in Deuteronomy 32:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Deuteronomy 32:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Deuteronomy 32:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God's teachings and words are gentle and refreshing, like soft rain helping plants grow strong and healthy. They bring life and goodness to everyone who listens, just like rain helps grass and flowers grow.

Deuteronomy 32:2: My doctrine shall drop as the rain, my speech shall distil as the dew, as the small rain upon the tender herb, and as the showers upon the grass:

Contradiction with James 1:6-8

While Deuteronomy 32:2 speaks of doctrine descending gently like rain, James describes the instability of a wavering faith, creating a contrast between gentle teaching and unstable belief.

James 1:6-8: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33

Deuteronomy 32:2 envisions peace through gentle doctrine, whereas Corinthians states that God is not the author of confusion, highlighting a contradiction with varied teachings.

1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

Deuteronomy 32:2 depicts doctrine as gentle, akin to rain or dew, but Matthew presents Jesus as one who brings division, not gentleness.

Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:13-14

Deuteronomy 32:2 implies ease in receiving doctrine, but Matthew emphasizes the difficulty and narrowness of the righteous path, contradicting the gentle ease.

Matthew 7:13-14: Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide [is] the gate, and broad [is] the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: [strait: or, narrow]

Contradiction with Job 10:1

Deuteronomy 32:2 portrays gentle instruction, while Job expresses anguish, suggesting instruction that is harsh or burdensome.

Job 10:1: My soul is weary of my life; I will leave my complaint upon myself; I will speak in the bitterness of my soul. [weary...: or, cut off while I live]

Contradiction with Luke 12:51

The gentle imagery of rain in Deuteronomy is at odds with the division and conflict brought forth by Jesus in Luke 12:51.

Luke 12:51: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:
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