Contradiction with Colossians 2:16
This verse implies that Christians should not be judged on Sabbath observances, suggesting the Sabbath rest is not enforced, which could contradict the idea of a remaining "rest" for the people of God as discussed in Hebrews 4:9.
Colossians 2:16: Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath [days]: [in meat...: or, for eating and drinking] [respect: or, part]
Contradiction with Romans 14:5
This verse implies that each person may consider one day more sacred than another, or every day alike, contradicting the fixed notion of a Sabbath rest as mentioned in Hebrews 4:9.
Romans 14:5: One man esteemeth one day above another: another esteemeth every day [alike]. Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind. [fully persuaded: or, fully assured]
Contradiction with Galatians 4:10-11
Paul criticizes observing special days, months, seasons, and years, which could contradict advocating for a specific Sabbath rest as Hebrews 4:9 does.
Galatians 4:10-11: Ye observe days, and months, and times, and years.
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:1
While not directly contradicting, it presents the law as a shadow of the good things to come, suggesting ceremonial practices like the Sabbath may no longer be necessary, potentially opposing the idea of a remaining rest.
Hebrews 10:1: For the law having a shadow of good things to come, [and] not the very image of the things, can never with those sacrifices which they offered year by year continually make the comers thereunto perfect.
Paradox #1
Inconsistencies surrounding this verse may stem from differing interpretations of what "rest" means. Some see it as a spiritual rest in Christ, while others interpret it as an ongoing observance like the Sabbath. This difference can lead to conflicting views about religious practices.