Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:32
This verse emphasizes God's desire that none should perish, contradicting the retribution implied in Leviticus 26:24.
Ezekiel 18:32: For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn [yourselves], and live ye. [yourselves: or, others]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44-45
Jesus' command to love enemies contrasts with God's adversarial stance in Leviticus 26:24.
Matthew 5:44-45: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
Highlights God's patience and longing for repentance, contrasting with the punishment aspect of Leviticus 26:24.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with James 2:13
Stresses mercy over judgment, opposing the idea of opposition as referenced in Leviticus 26:24.
James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
Contradiction with Romans 5:8
Demonstrates God's love for sinners, conflicting with becoming an adversary as suggested in Leviticus 26:24.
Romans 5:8: But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
Contradiction with Luke 19:10
Indicates Jesus' mission to seek and save the lost, differing from the punitive approach in Leviticus 26:24.
Luke 19:10: For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.
Contradiction with 1 John 4:8
Declares God as love, which is in contrast to the adversarial role in Leviticus 26:24.
1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
Contradiction with Romans 2:4
Points to God's kindness leading to repentance, which contrasts with opposition and punishment from Leviticus 26:24.
Romans 2:4: Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering; not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance?
Paradox #1
Leviticus 26:24 talks about God responding harshly to disobedience. Some people might see a contradiction here with the idea of God being loving and forgiving. It can seem inconsistent for a loving God to act in a way that seems harsh or punitive.
Paradox #2
The contradiction related to Leviticus 26:24 could involve the perception of God as both merciful and punitive. In some parts of the Bible, God is depicted as forgiving and loving, while in other parts, such as this verse, God's actions may seem harsh or retaliatory. This could appear inconsistent to some readers when trying to understand the nature of God's character.
Paradox #3
Leviticus 26:24 shows God saying He will oppose the people in response to their wrong actions. A contradiction could be seen here if one believes in a God who is purely loving and forgiving, as the verse suggests punishment and opposition, which may not seem fully loving or forgiving. This could lead to a conflict in understanding God’s nature as both just and merciful.