Contradiction with Exodus 22:16
This verse contradicts Genesis 34:3 by advising that a man who seduces a virgin should marry her, contrasting Shechem's desire to marry Dinah after defiling her.
Exodus 22:16: And if a man entice a maid that is not betrothed, and lie with her, he shall surely endow her to be his wife.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 22:28-29
This verse contradicts Genesis 34:3 by stating that a man who lays with a virgin must marry her and pay a bride-price, while Shechem sought to marry Dinah only after defiling her.
Deuteronomy 22:28-29: If a man find a damsel [that is] a virgin, which is not betrothed, and lay hold on her, and lie with her, and they be found;
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 6:18
This verse warns against sexual immorality, advising to flee from it, contrasting Shechem's actions towards Dinah.
1 Corinthians 6:18: Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body.
Contradiction with Colossians 3:5
This verse advises to put to death immoral desires, contrasting with Shechem's acted upon desire toward Dinah.
Colossians 3:5: Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry:
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in Genesis 34:3 might arise from the tension between the actions described and the feelings of love or affection that are expressed, especially considering the cultural and ethical standards of consent and respect for personal autonomy. It can be seen as inconsistent to reconcile an act of violence or lack of consent with genuine love and care.