Contradiction with James 2:24
This verse states that a person is justified by works and not by faith only, while Galatians 3:8 emphasizes justification by faith.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with Romans 4:2-3
This passage emphasizes the justification of Abraham by faith, seemingly supporting Galatians 3:8, which may appear contradictory if considered out of context with works.
Romans 4:2-3: For if Abraham were justified by works, he hath [whereof] to glory; but not before God.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction with Galatians 3:8 could arise when comparing it to passages that suggest that the law or specific lineage is necessary for salvation. Galatians 3:8 emphasizes that faith, rather than adherence to the law, is key to being justified, which could seem in tension with sections in the Old Testament that highlight the importance of following the law. However, within the broader context of the New Testament, this is generally reconciled through the understanding that faith in Christ fulfills the law's requirements.