Contradiction with Isaiah 48:9
Contradicts by emphasizing God's restraint in judgment for His name's sake.
Isaiah 48:9: For my name's sake will I defer mine anger, and for my praise will I refrain for thee, that I cut thee not off.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:23
Suggests God takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked, unlike the complete vengeance described in Luke 21:22.
Ezekiel 18:23: Have I any pleasure at all that the wicked should die? saith the Lord GOD: [and] not that he should return from his ways, and live?
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
Emphasizes God's patience and desire for all to come to repentance, contrasting the idea of an immediate day of vengeance.
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.
Paradox #1
One possible contradiction with this verse is the idea of divine justice versus mercy. Some might argue that the verse emphasizes God's judgment and retribution, which could seem at odds with the idea of a compassionate and forgiving God. This could lead to debates on how justice and mercy are balanced in scripture and God's nature.
Paradox #2
Luke 21:22 could present a contradiction or conflict by highlighting the tension between justice and mercy. The notion of divine retribution or punishment might conflict with the teachings of forgiveness and compassion found elsewhere in the Bible. This raises questions about the balance between holding people accountable and offering grace.