Contradiction with Isaiah 45:22
This verse invites all the ends of the earth to look unto God for salvation, which contrasts with the exclusivity implied in Exodus 22:20.
Isaiah 45:22: Look unto me, and be ye saved, all the ends of the earth: for I [am] God, and [there is] none else.
Contradiction with John 3:16
This verse emphasizes that God loves the entire world and offers salvation to everyone who believes, which contrasts with the exclusivity in Exodus 22:20.
John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Contradiction with Acts 10:34-35
This passage highlights that God shows no partiality and that anyone who fears Him is accepted, which contradicts the exclusion inherent in Exodus 22:20.
Acts 10:34-35: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:
Contradiction with Romans 10:12
This verse asserts that there is no difference between Jew and Greek, for the same Lord is rich unto all that call upon Him, which conflicts with the exclusion in Exodus 22:20.
Romans 10:12: For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
This speaks of the unity and equality in Christ Jesus, where there is neither Jew nor Greek, contradicting the division in Exodus 22:20.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Paradox #1
Exodus 22:20 can be seen as conflicting with the broader biblical theme of forgiveness and love for all people. While this verse instructs on punishment for certain actions, the New Testament, especially through Jesus' teachings, emphasizes forgiving others and showing mercy. This could be seen as an inconsistency between Old Testament laws and New Testament teachings.
Paradox #2
Exodus 22:20 may present a contradiction or conflict because it reflects the ancient Israelite practice of treating adherence to their religion as paramount, to the extent of punishing those who worship other deities. This can conflict with modern views on religious freedom and diversity, which recognize the value of different religious beliefs and discourage imposing one set of beliefs on others.
Paradox #3
The contradiction in this verse could arise from the idea of advocating harsh treatment towards others who may have different beliefs or practices, which seems to conflict with other teachings in the Bible that promote love, forgiveness, and compassion for all people.