Contradiction with Matthew 5:18
While Matthew 5:18 states that not the smallest letter or stroke will disappear from the law until everything is accomplished, Luke 16:17 emphasizes the enduring nature of the law beyond this time.
Matthew 5:18: For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled.
Contradiction with Hebrews 8:13
Hebrews 8:13 suggests that the old covenant is obsolete and aging, ready to vanish away, which can be seen as opposing the unchanging nature of the law as emphasized in Luke 16:17.
Hebrews 8:13: In that he saith, A new [covenant], he hath made the first old. Now that which decayeth and waxeth old [is] ready to vanish away.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:24-25
Galatians 3:24-25 mentions that the law was our schoolmaster to bring us to Christ, but now that faith has come, we are no longer under a schoolmaster, which implies a departure from the abiding permanence of the law stated in Luke 16:17.
Galatians 3:24-25: Wherefore the law was our schoolmaster [to bring us] unto Christ, that we might be justified by faith.
Contradiction with Romans 10:4
Romans 10:4 indicates that Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes, which suggests a conclusion to the law's demands, conflicting with the unbreakable nature described in Luke 16:17.
Romans 10:4: For Christ [is] the end of the law for righteousness to every one that believeth.
Contradiction with Ephesians 2:15
Ephesians 2:15 speaks about Christ abolishing the law of commandments contained in ordinances, which contrasts with the unwavering permanence depicted in Luke 16:17.
Ephesians 2:15: Having abolished in his flesh the enmity, [even] the law of commandments [contained] in ordinances; for to make in himself of twain one new man, [so] making peace;
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction or inconsistency might relate to the apparent permanence and unchangeability of the law mentioned in the verse. This could seem to conflict with other New Testament teachings that suggest the law was fulfilled or transformed through Jesus, such as in the writings of Paul where he emphasizes faith and grace over strict adherence to the law.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in Luke 16:17 could be seen in the balance between upholding every law literally and showing mercy or understanding personal circumstances. This might seem inconsistent with other teachings that emphasize love and compassion over strict rule-following.