Contradiction with Matthew 5:17
Hebrews 8:6 speaks of a new and better covenant, but in Matthew 5:17, Jesus states that he has not come to abolish the law or the prophets, implying continuity with the old covenant.
Matthew 5:17: Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.
Contradiction with Romans 7:12
Hebrews 8:6 presents the new covenant as superior, while Romans 7:12 describes the law as holy, just, and good, upholding the validity of the old covenant.
Romans 7:12: Wherefore the law [is] holy, and the commandment holy, and just, and good.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:24
Hebrews 8:6 emphasizes a new mediation, whereas Galatians 3:24 suggests the law serves as a tutor to bring us to Christ, indicating an ongoing role of the old covenant in leading to faith.
Galatians 3:24: Wherefore the law was our schoolmaster [to bring us] unto Christ, that we might be justified by faith.
Contradiction with Acts 21:20
Hebrews 8:6 discusses the better covenant through Christ, but Acts 21:20 mentions Jewish believers who are zealous for the law, indicating adherence to the old covenant.
Acts 21:20: And when they heard [it], they glorified the Lord, and said unto him, Thou seest, brother, how many thousands of Jews there are which believe; and they are all zealous of the law:
Contradiction with Psalms 19:7
Hebrews 8:6 speaks of the new covenant as better, while Psalms 19:7 praises the law as perfect and converting the soul, suggesting the sufficiency of the old covenant.
Psalms 19:7: The law of the LORD [is] perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD [is] sure, making wise the simple. [law: or, doctrine] [converting: or, restoring]
Paradox #1
The verse in Hebrews 8:6 highlights the idea of Jesus as the mediator of a better covenant with better promises. Some may see a conflict with Old Testament teachings that emphasize the importance of the Mosaic Law and covenant. This could create tension between the perceived permanence of the Mosaic Law and the introduction of a new covenant in the New Testament.
Paradox #2
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Paradox #3
The contradiction or conflict with the verse could lie in the idea of a "new covenant" replacing the old one. Some people might see this as inconsistent because it suggests God's previous promises or laws are no longer applicable or were imperfect, raising questions about the nature of divine perfection and unchanging truth. However, interpretations vary, and some may see this as a fulfillment rather than a contradiction.