Contradiction with Exodus 34:6-7
While Joel 2:13 emphasizes God's mercy, Exodus 34:7 not only affirms this but also mentions not clearing the guilty, suggesting a balance of mercy and justice.
Exodus 34:6-7: And the LORD passed by before him, and proclaimed, The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth,
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 9:7
Joel 2:13 describes God's merciful nature, whereas Deuteronomy 9:7 reminds people of their stubbornness and God's wrath.
Deuteronomy 9:7: Remember, [and] forget not, how thou provokedst the LORD thy God to wrath in the wilderness: from the day that thou didst depart out of the land of Egypt, until ye came unto this place, ye have been rebellious against the LORD.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 30:23-24
These verses focus on God's fierce anger, contrasting with the call for repentance and mercy found in Joel 2:13.
Jeremiah 30:23-24: Behold, the whirlwind of the LORD goeth forth with fury, a continuing whirlwind: it shall fall with pain upon the head of the wicked. [continuing: Heb. cutting] [fall...: or, remain]
Contradiction with Nahum 1:2
Nahum mentions God's vengeance and fury against His enemies, which contradicts the merciful depiction in Joel 2:13.
Nahum 1:2: God [is] jealous, and the LORD revengeth; the LORD revengeth, and [is] furious; the LORD will take vengeance on his adversaries, and he reserveth [wrath] for his enemies. [God...: or, The LORD is a jealous God, and a revenger, etc] [is furious: Heb. that hath fury]
Contradiction with Hebrews 12:29
Describes God as a consuming fire, emphasizing His judgment aspect, contrary to the forgiving nature portrayed in Joel 2:13.
Hebrews 12:29: For our God [is] a consuming fire.
Contradiction with Revelation 14:10
Discusses the wrath and torment for those who follow the beast, contrasting the call for repentance and mercy in Joel 2:13.
Revelation 14:10: The same shall drink of the wine of the wrath of God, which is poured out without mixture into the cup of his indignation; and he shall be tormented with fire and brimstone in the presence of the holy angels, and in the presence of the Lamb:
Paradox #1
Joel 2:13 could have a contradiction if one views God's nature as inconsistent. Some people might see a tension between the idea of God needing repentance and the knowledge that God is often portrayed as unchanging and omniscient. If one believes God is merciful yet allows suffering, it could seem contradictory. However, interpretations vary, and not everyone sees this as a conflict.