Contradiction with Exodus 20:8-10
These verses command to rest on the Sabbath, which contrasts with doing work, even something seen as good like healing.
Exodus 20:8-10: Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy.
Contradiction with Numbers 15:32-36
This passage describes a man being put to death for gathering sticks on the Sabbath, suggesting strict adherence to Sabbath laws.
Numbers 15:32-36: And while the children of Israel were in the wilderness, they found a man that gathered sticks upon the sabbath day.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:21-22
Encourages not to bear any burden nor do any work on the Sabbath, advocating strict Sabbath observance.
Jeremiah 17:21-22: Thus saith the LORD; Take heed to yourselves, and bear no burden on the sabbath day, nor bring [it] in by the gates of Jerusalem;
Contradiction with Exodus 35:2
Explicitly states that working on the Sabbath is punishable by death, reinforcing the severity of the Sabbath law.
Exodus 35:2: Six days shall work be done, but on the seventh day there shall be to you an holy day, a sabbath of rest to the LORD: whosoever doeth work therein shall be put to death. [an...: Heb. holiness]
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in Luke 6:9 could relate to the challenge of balancing religious laws with acts of kindness. On one hand, there are strict rules that some might interpret as inflexible. On the other hand, the verse suggests that doing good, such as helping others, should be a priority. This might seem inconsistent if following rules conflicts with helping someone in need.