Contradiction with Romans 3:28
Emphasizes that justification is by faith without the deeds of the law, while Habakkuk 2:4 emphasizes living by faith.
Romans 3:28: Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law.
Contradiction with James 2:24
States that a person is justified by works and not by faith only, in contrast to Habakkuk 2:4, which highlights living by faith.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:12
Claims the law is not of faith, but Habakkuk 2:4 suggests the just shall live by faith, implying faith supersedes law.
Galatians 3:12: And the law is not of faith: but, The man that doeth them shall live in them.
Contradiction with Romans 1:17
Paul interprets Habakkuk 2:4 to mean righteousness comes from faith, not aligning with a literal interpretation that might conflate faith and law adherence.
Romans 1:17: For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith.
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:38
Warns against drawing back from faith leading to perdition, contradicting the perseverance inherent in Habakkuk 2:4.
Hebrews 10:38: Now the just shall live by faith: but if [any man] draw back, my soul shall have no pleasure in him.
Paradox #1
The potential theological conflict arises when comparing the idea of faith alone for righteousness with other parts of the Bible that emphasize the importance of works alongside faith. Some interpretations see this as creating tension with verses that highlight the necessity of both faith and deeds for a complete and living faith.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction or inconsistency might arise from the tension between faith and works. Some might argue that emphasizing living by faith could be seen as conflicting with the importance of moral actions and deeds. This could lead to questions about the balance between belief and behavior in practicing one's faith.