Contradiction with Exodus 20:8-11
These verses establish the Sabbath as a day of rest, reinforcing the command in Exodus 16:28, rather than contradicting it.
Exodus 20:8-11: Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy.
Contradiction with Numbers 15:32-36
These verses describe the punishment for violating the Sabbath, supporting the command in Exodus 16:28, rather than contradicting it.
Numbers 15:32-36: And while the children of Israel were in the wilderness, they found a man that gathered sticks upon the sabbath day.
Contradiction with Matthew 12:1-8
Jesus defends His disciples picking grain on the Sabbath, suggesting a more flexible understanding of Sabbath laws.
Matthew 12:1-8: At that time Jesus went on the sabbath day through the corn; and his disciples were an hungred, and began to pluck the ears of corn, and to eat.
Contradiction with Mark 2:27-28
Jesus states the Sabbath is made for man, not man for the Sabbath, indicating a more lenient perspective.
Mark 2:27-28: And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath:
Contradiction with Luke 6:1-5
Similar to Matthew 12, Jesus is portrayed as prioritizing human need over strict Sabbath observance.
Luke 6:1-5: And it came to pass on the second sabbath after the first, that he went through the corn fields; and his disciples plucked the ears of corn, and did eat, rubbing [them] in [their] hands.
Contradiction with John 5:16-18
Jesus heals on the Sabbath and defends His actions, implying that doing good outweighs Sabbath restrictions.
John 5:16-18: And therefore did the Jews persecute Jesus, and sought to slay him, because he had done these things on the sabbath day.
Contradiction with Colossians 2:16-17
Paul advises against judging others over Sabbath observance, viewing it as a shadow of things to come.
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]
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in Exodus 16:28 could be about the expectations of obedience. On one hand, this verse shows God's disappointment when people do not follow His instructions. On the other hand, it raises questions about free will and why mistakes or disobedience happen if everything is part of a divine plan. This can lead to debates about the fairness of punishment or consequences for disobedience when humans are naturally imperfect.