Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:21
In this verse, the emphasis is on turning away from all sins and keeping God's statutes for life, suggesting repentance leads to life, whereas Luke 13:5 emphasizes perishing if one does not repent.
Ezekiel 18:21: But if the wicked will turn from all his sins that he hath committed, and keep all my statutes, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall surely live, he shall not die.
Contradiction with Romans 6:23
This verse states that sin leads to death, which could be seen as a contradiction where Luke 13:5 suggests perishing only without repentance, implying repentance can prevent perishing despite the wages of sin.
Romans 6:23: For the wages of sin [is] death; but the gift of God [is] eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Contradiction with John 3:16
This verse emphasizes belief in Jesus for eternal life, potentially contrasting with Luke 13:5 where the focus is on repentance to avoid perishing.
John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Paradox #1
Luke 13:5 could be seen as having a contradiction or inconsistency because it emphasizes the need for repentance to avoid perishing, which might conflict with the view of an all-loving and forgiving God. This can create a tension between the idea of divine justice and unconditional divine love and mercy.