Contradiction with Mark 2:27
Jesus teaches that the Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath, suggesting the Sabbath should not be overly restrictive.
Mark 2:27: And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath:
Contradiction with Colossians 2:16-17
Paul states that no one should judge you in respect of a holy day, suggesting a more flexible observance.
Colossians 2:16-17: Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath [days]: [in meat...: or, for eating and drinking] [respect: or, part]
Contradiction with Romans 14:5
Each person considers one day more sacred than another, or every day alike, suggesting personal discretion.
Romans 14:5: One man esteemeth one day above another: another esteemeth every day [alike]. Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind. [fully persuaded: or, fully assured]
Contradiction with Galatians 4:9-10
Paul criticizes the observance of special days and months, questioning their necessity.
Galatians 4:9-10: But now, after that ye have known God, or rather are known of God, how turn ye again to the weak and beggarly elements, whereunto ye desire again to be in bondage? [turn ye again: or, turn ye back] [elements: or, rudiments]
Contradiction with Matthew 12:1-8
Jesus defends his disciples plucking grain on the Sabbath, indicating mercy over strict observance.
Matthew 12:1-8: At that time Jesus went on the sabbath day through the corn; and his disciples were an hungred, and began to pluck the ears of corn, and to eat.
Paradox #1
The verse highlights the concept of a Sabbath of rest and affliction of the soul, connected to atonement. A possible doctrinal tension could be with New Testament teachings on grace and the end of the law's strict regulations through Jesus' sacrifice, which might suggest that such observances are no longer necessary for atonement. However, this is a theological interpretation and might not be universally accepted.
Paradox #2
The contradiction could arise from the idea of mandated rest and strict observance, which might conflict with individual freedom or personal circumstances. While some may find deep spiritual meaning and ethical importance in observing such laws, others might see it as restrictive or not applicable to modern life. This tension between religious obligations and personal freedom can lead to differing interpretations and applications of the practice in contemporary settings.