Contradiction with Exodus 15:26
This verse speaks of God being a healer to those who follow His commandments, contrasting with the destructive consequences in Deuteronomy 32:24.
Exodus 15:26: And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the LORD thy God, and wilt do that which is right in his sight, and wilt give ear to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I [am] the LORD that healeth thee.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
Here, God declares plans to prosper and not harm, opposing the calamitous tone of Deuteronomy 32:24.
Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]
Contradiction with Psalm 91:10
Promises protection from evil, a contradiction to the threats of devastation in Deuteronomy 32:24.
Psalm 91:10: There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.
Contradiction with Matthew 11:28
Offers rest to the weary, contrasting the afflictions described in Deuteronomy 32:24.
Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Contradiction with John 10:10
Jesus speaks of bringing life abundantly, contradicting the notion of deprivation in Deuteronomy 32:24.
John 10:10: The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have [it] more abundantly.
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
Assures God's help and strength, conflicting with the overwhelming adversity in Deuteronomy 32:24.
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.
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 32:24 could be seen as presenting a theological conflict due to its depiction of divine punishment and suffering. Some may find it inconsistent with the idea of a loving and merciful God, as it describes severe consequences and afflictions. This raises questions about how divine justice and mercy are balanced in the biblical narrative.
Paradox #2
This verse talks about punishment and suffering. The contradiction might be seen in the perceived inconsistency between a loving and merciful God and the harshness of the punishments described. Some people might find it difficult to reconcile the idea of a compassionate deity with severe consequences like those mentioned.