Contradictions and Paradoxes in Deuteronomy 6:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Deuteronomy 6:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Deuteronomy 6:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, if the people listen to and follow God's rules, they will be happy and grow strong, just like God promised to their ancestors. They will live in a special place that is very good and full of nice things.

Deuteronomy 6:3: Hear therefore, O Israel, and observe to do [it]; that it may be well with thee, and that ye may increase mightily, as the LORD God of thy fathers hath promised thee, in the land that floweth with milk and honey.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:3

This verse emphasizes spiritual riches and humility over material prosperity, whereas Deuteronomy 6:3 highlights material prosperity through adherence to God's laws.

Matthew 5:3: Blessed [are] the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Contradiction with Luke 6:20

This verse blesses the poor and suggests that their kingdom is spiritual, contrasting with the material prosperity promised in Deuteronomy 6:3.

Luke 6:20: And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said, Blessed [be ye] poor: for yours is the kingdom of God.

Contradiction with Hebrews 11:13

This verse illustrates that some faithful believers did not receive earthly promises, while Deuteronomy 6:3 emphasizes tangible rewards for obedience.

Hebrews 11:13: These all died in faith, not having received the promises, but having seen them afar off, and were persuaded of [them], and embraced [them], and confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth. [in faith: Gr. according to faith]

Contradiction with Matthew 19:21

Jesus advises selling possessions for spiritual wealth, contrasting Deuteronomy 6:3's emphasis on material prosperity from following God's laws.

Matthew 19:21: Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go [and] sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come [and] follow me.
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