Contradiction with Exodus 20:8-11
These verses reaffirm the Sabbath commandment, potentially contradicting any interpretation that suggests flexibility on the observance of the Sabbath as dealt with in Exodus 16:23.
Exodus 20:8-11: Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy.
Contradiction with Mark 2:27-28
Jesus saying the Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath, suggests a more flexible view of Sabbath observance that might contradict the strict preparation guidelines in Exodus 16:23.
Mark 2:27-28: And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath:
Contradiction with Colossians 2:16-17
Paul's advice that no one should be judged on Sabbath days can contradict the strict adherence commanded in Exodus 16:23.
Colossians 2:16-17: Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath [days]: [in meat...: or, for eating and drinking] [respect: or, part]
Contradiction with Romans 14:5
This verse suggests freedom in choosing which day to observe, contradicting the specific Sabbath preparation instruction in Exodus 16:23.
Romans 14:5: One man esteemeth one day above another: another esteemeth every day [alike]. Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind. [fully persuaded: or, fully assured]
Contradiction with Galatians 4:9-10
Paul’s critique of observing special days, which might include the Sabbath, contradicts the specification about preparation for the Sabbath in Exodus 16:23.
Galatians 4:9-10: But now, after that ye have known God, or rather are known of God, how turn ye again to the weak and beggarly elements, whereunto ye desire again to be in bondage? [turn ye again: or, turn ye back] [elements: or, rudiments]
Paradox #1
One possible contradiction or inconsistency with Exodus 16:23 might relate to the practice of the Sabbath. Some scholars and historians debate when the observance of the Sabbath was first established and whether it was consistently practiced among the ancient Israelites before this point in the biblical narrative.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in Exodus 16:23 could be seen in the idea of rest and preparation. While it emphasizes the importance of resting on the Sabbath, it may conflict with other instances where there is work or actions taken that seem necessary or justified on the Sabbath in other parts of the Bible, creating an inconsistency in when rest should be observed strictly versus when exceptions are made.