Contradiction with Numbers 14:20-21
Deuteronomy 9:22 mentions Israel provoking the Lord, but in Numbers, the Lord pardons and shows mercy due to Moses' intercession, suggesting forgiveness instead of provocation.
Numbers 14:20-21: And the LORD said, I have pardoned according to thy word:
Contradiction with Exodus 34:6-7
Deuteronomy 9:22 describes anger from God, whereas Exodus highlights God's nature as merciful and gracious, which could be seen as contradictory to the depiction of continual provocation.
Exodus 34:6-7: And the LORD passed by before him, and proclaimed, The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth,
Contradiction with Psalm 103:8
Deuteronomy 9:22 depicts the provocation of God’s wrath, yet Psalm 103:8 describes God as slow to anger, presenting a contrasting view of God's patience.
Psalm 103:8: The LORD [is] merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. [plentious...: Heb. great in mercy]
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:18
Deuteronomy 9:22 outlines God's anger due to Israel's actions, while Isaiah offers an invitation to reason together, indicating willingness for reconciliation rather than dwelling on provocation.
Isaiah 1:18: Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.
Contradiction with Micah 7:18
Deuteronomy 9:22 focuses on Israel's provocations, contrasted with Micah's depiction of a God who pardons iniquity and delights in mercy.
Micah 7:18: Who [is] a God like unto thee, that pardoneth iniquity, and passeth by the transgression of the remnant of his heritage? he retaineth not his anger for ever, because he delighteth [in] mercy.