Contradiction with Revelation 22:18-19
Similarly, these verses warn against adding or taking away from the words of the Bible, aligning with the command in Deuteronomy 4:2 rather than contradicting it.
Revelation 22:18-19: For I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, If any man shall add unto these things, God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book:
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 4:2 advises not to add or subtract from God's commands. A potential conflict arises when comparing this with changes or additions in later scriptures or religious practices, suggesting possible inconsistency in adhering strictly to this instruction over time.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or inconsistency could be about how different religious traditions have added or interpreted certain texts over time, even though this verse advises against adding or taking away from the given commandments. Some might see a conflict between this instruction and the way biblical texts have been handled, edited, or expanded in history.
Paradox #3
The contradiction could arise if someone believes that following this verse strictly limits the growth and adaptation of moral teachings to modern contexts. Over time, societal values and understandings can change, and this verse might conflict with the idea of evolving ethics to better address new issues or insights that were not considered in ancient times.