Contradiction with Proverbs 16:33
Jonah 1:7 involves casting lots to make decisions, while Proverbs 16:33 suggests that the outcome of lots is determined by the Lord, not human intent.
Proverbs 16:33: The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof [is] of the LORD.
Contradiction with Isaiah 47:12-13
Jonah 1:7 shows casting lots as revealing God’s will, but Isaiah 47:12-13 criticizes reliance on such practices as forms of false guidance.
Isaiah 47:12-13: Stand now with thine enchantments, and with the multitude of thy sorceries, wherein thou hast laboured from thy youth; if so be thou shalt be able to profit, if so be thou mayest prevail.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 18:10-12
Jonah 1:7 involves casting lots regarded neutrally, whereas Deuteronomy 18:10-12 condemns divination practices, suggesting this method is not endorsed by God.
Deuteronomy 18:10-12: There shall not be found among you [any one] that maketh his son or his daughter to pass through the fire, [or] that useth divination, [or] an observer of times, or an enchanter, or a witch,
Contradiction with Acts 1:26
Jonah 1:7 depicts a successful revelation through lots, while Acts 1:26 shows God’s guidance requiring spiritual preparation and deliberation beyond mere chance casting.
Acts 1:26: And they gave forth their lots; and the lot fell upon Matthias; and he was numbered with the eleven apostles.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in that verse could be related to the idea of casting lots to make decisions or determine causes of events. Scientifically, outcomes should be based on evidence and reason rather than chance or randomness, making the concept of casting lots inconsistent with scientific methods.