Contradiction with Deuteronomy 13:1-3
It warns against listening to prophets who encourage worship of other gods, even if the prophecy comes true, contrasting with seeking assurance from any prophetic sign.
Deuteronomy 13:1-3: If there arise among you a prophet, or a dreamer of dreams, and giveth thee a sign or a wonder,
Contradiction with Jeremiah 14:14
It speaks of false prophets who claim to speak God's message, contradicting the idea that a prophet can easily declare peace.
Jeremiah 14:14: Then the LORD said unto me, The prophets prophesy lies in my name: I sent them not, neither have I commanded them, neither spake unto them: they prophesy unto you a false vision and divination, and a thing of nought, and the deceit of their heart.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:15
It warns against false prophets who come in sheep's clothing, challenging the notion of readily accepting prophetic words.
Matthew 7:15: Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.
Contradiction with 1 John 4:1
It instructs believers to test spirits to see if they are from God, contrasting with the acceptance of a quick prophecy.
1 John 4:1: Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.
Contradiction with Revelation 2:20
It criticizes false teachings and unchecked prophecies, contrasting with uncritically accepting prophetic assurances.
Revelation 2:20: Notwithstanding I have a few things against thee, because thou sufferest that woman Jezebel, which calleth herself a prophetess, to teach and to seduce my servants to commit fornication, and to eat things sacrificed unto idols.
Paradox #1
One potential contradiction in Judges 18:6 could involve the broader context of seeking divine guidance through the use of objects like ephods or idols, which elsewhere in the Bible is often frowned upon or condemned. This could create an inconsistency when actions that seem acceptable in one context are criticized in others. However, this depends on the interpretation and context within which these practices are viewed throughout biblical texts.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction or conflict in that verse comes from the idea of using divination or seeking signs for guidance, which might seem to clash with other parts of religious teachings that caution against relying on divination or seeking signs outside of direct faith in God. It raises questions about when and how seeking signs is appropriate or consistent with faith.