Contradiction with Romans 9:13
Contradicts Malachi 1:2's affirmation of love by expressing divine preference, "Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated."
Romans 9:13: As it is written, Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated.
Contradiction with Exodus 33:19
Contradicts the exclusivity of love in Malachi 1:2 with the statement of God's choice to show mercy and compassion on whom He chooses.
Exodus 33:19: And he said, I will make all my goodness pass before thee, and I will proclaim the name of the LORD before thee; and will be gracious to whom I will be gracious, and will shew mercy on whom I will shew mercy.
Paradox #1
Malachi 1:2 discusses God's declaration of love for Israel, which could be seen as inconsistent with other parts of the Bible where God is described as impartial and loving all nations equally. Some readers might question how God can show favoritism towards one nation while being fair to everyone.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict could arise from the idea expressed in the verse about God's love for Jacob over Esau, which might be seen as inconsistent with the notion of God being impartial or loving all people equally. Some readers may find it challenging to reconcile the preference for one over the other with a belief in universal fairness.
Paradox #3
The contradiction or conflict in Malachi 1:2 could be seen in the idea of divine favoritism, where God expresses love for one group of people over another. This raises questions about fairness and equality, as it might seem inconsistent with the belief in an all-loving and just deity.