Contradiction with Matthew 23:9
This verse instructs not to call anyone on earth 'father,' which seems to contradict Hebrews 12:9 that talks about revering spiritual fathers.
Matthew 23:9: And call no [man] your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven.
Contradiction with Matthew 10:37
This verse emphasizes not valuing family more than Christ, which may conflict with the notion of reverence to fathers as mentioned in Hebrews 12:9.
Matthew 10:37: He that loveth father or mother more than me is not worthy of me: and he that loveth son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me.
Contradiction with Luke 14:26
This verse suggests hating one's own family, including the father, in comparison to devotion to Christ, which stands in contrast to the reverence stated in Hebrews 12:9.
Luke 14:26: If any [man] come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be my disciple.
Contradiction with Galatians 4:6-7
These verses focus on the relationship with God as 'Abba, Father,' which might contrast with the emphasis on earthly fathers' reverence in Hebrews 12:9.
Galatians 4:6-7: And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency could arise from the idea of comparing respect for earthly parents to respect for a spiritual authority. Some might see a conflict in obeying an unseen spiritual authority when earthly authority can be questioned or rejected based on its actions. Others might struggle with the notion of unconditional respect for authority, whether earthly or spiritual.