Contradiction with Philippians 4:19
This verse states that God will supply all our needs, which contradicts Luke 15:16 where a man is in such need that he desires to eat what the pigs eat.
Philippians 4:19: But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:31-32
These verses indicate that God knows our needs and will provide for them, conflicting with the lack of provision evident in Luke 15:16.
Matthew 6:31-32: Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?
Contradiction with Psalm 34:10
This verse promises that those who seek the Lord will not lack any good thing, whereas, in Luke 15:16, a person is experiencing deep lack and hunger.
Psalm 34:10: The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the LORD shall not want any good [thing].
Contradiction with Psalm 23:1
The Lord as a shepherd ensures there is no want, in opposition to the dire want depicted in Luke 15:16.
Psalm 23:1: [A Psalm of David.] The LORD [is] my shepherd; I shall not want.
Paradox #1
The verse in question is part of the story of the Prodigal Son. The mention of the young man's desire to eat what the pigs were eating might seem inconsistent with the overall message of divine provision and care found elsewhere in the Bible. While other passages emphasize God's provision and care for His followers, this verse highlights the depth of the son's destitution and desperation, which might seem like a conflict. However, it serves a purpose in illustrating the consequences of poor choices rather than a contradiction in divine care.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or inconsistency in Luke 15:16 could be seen in the disparity between the lavish care given by the father in the story and the poor conditions the son finds himself in, despite being part of a family that could provide for him. The conflict arises from the son's suffering despite the potential for support and care.