Contradiction with James 2:24
This verse emphasizes justification by works and not faith only, which contrasts with the theme of salvation through a testament in Hebrews 9:16.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9
These verses emphasize salvation by grace through faith and not by works, contrasting with the depiction of a testament requiring a person's death in Hebrews 9:16.
Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:
Contradiction with Galatians 3:24
This verse describes the law as a schoolmaster leading to Christ, which contradicts the implication of transference through death in Hebrews 9:16.
Galatians 3:24: Wherefore the law was our schoolmaster [to bring us] unto Christ, that we might be justified by faith.
Contradiction with Romans 4:14-16
These verses discuss the promise being through faith and not law, which differs from the idea of a testament being confirmed after death as in Hebrews 9:16.
Romans 4:14-16: For if they which are of the law [be] heirs, faith is made void, and the promise made of none effect:
Contradiction with Matthew 5:17
This verse states that Christ came to fulfill the law, contrasting with the necessity of death for testament effectiveness implied in Hebrews 9:16.
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.
Paradox #1
Hebrews 9:16 discusses the idea of a "will" or "covenant" and the necessity of a death for it to be in effect. A possible contradiction or inconsistency could be the understanding of the terms used for "will" or "covenant" in Jewish and early Christian contexts. Some might argue that the passage mixes the concept of a legal will, which requires the death of the person who made it, with the idea of a covenant, which doesn't necessarily follow the same rules. This can create confusion or debate about how these concepts are applied and understood historically and theologically.