Contradiction with Matthew 6:1-2
Advises against doing religious acts as a public display, contrasting with the physical display of commandments in Deuteronomy.
Matthew 6:1-2: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]
Contradiction with Romans 2:28-29
Emphasizes inward spirituality over outward physical signs, contrasting with Deuteronomy’s focus on physical symbols.
Romans 2:28-29: For he is not a Jew, which is one outwardly; neither [is that] circumcision, which is outward in the flesh:
Contradiction with Colossians 2:14
Discusses blotting out ordinances, suggesting a move away from Old Testament laws represented by symbols.
Colossians 2:14: Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross;
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 7:19
States that keeping God's commandments matters over outward symbols, potentially contradicting the tangible signs described in Deuteronomy.
1 Corinthians 7:19: Circumcision is nothing, and uncircumcision is nothing, but the keeping of the commandments of God.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 3:3
Focuses on God’s law being written in hearts rather than on physical objects or outward symbols as in Deuteronomy.
2 Corinthians 3:3: [Forasmuch as ye are] manifestly declared to be the epistle of Christ ministered by us, written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God; not in tables of stone, but in fleshy tables of the heart.
Contradiction with Galatians 6:15
Emphasizes being a new creation over physical rituals, contrasting with the physical nature of binding commandments in Deuteronomy.
Galatians 6:15: For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision, but a new creature.
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 6:8 talks about binding commandments as signs on your hand and forehead. Some might see this as inconsistent with later teachings that emphasize internalizing faith rather than external symbols. However, this is usually understood as a metaphor for keeping the teachings close, so many do not see a real conflict. The contradiction arises if one interprets these instructions too literally, potentially conflicting with the more spiritual approaches in other parts of the Bible.
Paradox #2
Deuteronomy 6:8 discusses the act of symbolically binding commandments on one's hand and forehead as a form of remembrance. A potential contradiction or conflict could arise when this external act is prioritized over internal understanding and genuine belief. If someone focuses only on the ritual without understanding or living the values it represents, it may lead to hypocrisy or superficial practice.