Contradiction with Exodus 34:16
This verse warns against forming marriages with foreign nations, which contrasts with the condition in Genesis 34:22 about intermarriage being acceptable if circumcision is followed.
Exodus 34:16: And thou take of their daughters unto thy sons, and their daughters go a whoring after their gods, and make thy sons go a whoring after their gods.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 7:3
This verse explicitly commands not to make marriages with the surrounding nations, contradicting the agreement in Genesis 34:22.
Deuteronomy 7:3: Neither shalt thou make marriages with them; thy daughter thou shalt not give unto his son, nor his daughter shalt thou take unto thy son.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 6:14
This verse advises against being unequally yoked with unbelievers, opposing the notion of marrying into another group depicted in Genesis 34:22.
2 Corinthians 6:14: Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?
Paradox #1
Genesis 34:22 could be seen as conflicting with the idea of covenantal relationships instituted by God, because it describes a human attempt to create a conditional agreement for unity that involves a physical act (circumcision) without a spiritual or divine basis. This might be seen as inconsistent with how covenants are typically depicted in the Bible, where they are initiated and established by God, involving both physical and spiritual commitments.
Paradox #2
Genesis 34:22 might present a contradiction because it involves the use of deceit and manipulation for achieving a goal. The people involved agree to a condition under false pretenses, which raises questions about honesty and integrity. This conflict lies in using deception to reach an agreement, which can be seen as morally questionable.