Contradiction with Colossians 2:16
This verse suggests that no one should be judged for how they observe the Sabbath, implying freedom that could contradict the command to work six days.
Colossians 2:16: 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 Matthew 6:25-26
These verses emphasize not worrying about daily provisions, suggesting reliance on God rather than working six days for sustenance.
Matthew 6:25-26: Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment?
Contradiction with Hebrews 4:9-10
This passage speaks of entering God's rest, which could imply a spiritual rest that transcends the literal working six days.
Hebrews 4:9-10: There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God. [rest: or, keeping of a sabbath]
Contradiction with Luke 10:38-42
The story of Mary and Martha highlights choosing devotion over work, contrasting the emphasis on work as seen in Exodus 20:9.
Luke 10:38-42: Now it came to pass, as they went, that he entered into a certain village: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house.
Contradiction with James 4:13-15
Advises against making specific work plans, as the future is uncertain, conflicting with a set routine of working six days.
James 4:13-15: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain:
Contradiction with Matthew 11:28-30
Jesus' invitation to rest in Him focuses on spiritual rest, which might contrast with the physical labor commanded in Exodus 20:9.
Matthew 11:28-30: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Paradox #1
Exodus 20:9 talks about working for six days and resting on the seventh. The potential contradiction might arise when comparing it to New Testament teachings, where Jesus and His followers sometimes performed activities on the Sabbath. This could be seen as inconsistent with the strict rest directive, indicating a shift or broader interpretation of Sabbath practices.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in Exodus 20:9 might arise when considering different work-life balance expectations today, as the verse prescribes a six-day workweek. In contemporary society, some value shorter workweeks for better mental health and quality of life, which can conflict with the traditional viewpoint of working six days.