Contradictions and Paradoxes in Malachi 2:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Malachi 2:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Malachi 2:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Malachi, the people of Judah did something very wrong by turning away from God and loving other gods. They were not faithful to the special relationship they had with God.

Malachi 2:11: Judah hath dealt treacherously, and an abomination is committed in Israel and in Jerusalem; for Judah hath profaned the holiness of the LORD which he loved, and hath married the daughter of a strange god. [loved: or, ought to love]

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 6:14

This verse advises against being unequally yoked with unbelievers, seemingly supporting the separation from foreign entities rather than contradicting it.

2 Corinthians 6:14: Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?

Contradiction with Galatians 3:28

Contradicts the division mentioned in Malachi 2:11 by emphasizing unity in Christ regardless of ethnicity.

Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with Matthew 28:19

The Great Commission instructs the disciples to go and teach all nations, which opposes the idea of remaining separate from foreigners.

Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]

Contradiction with Acts 10:34-35

Peter recognizes that God shows no favoritism and accepts people from every nation, contradicting the idea of foreign separation.

Acts 10:34-35: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency could be related to the differing interpretations and understanding of intermarriage in ancient Israelite society. This verse criticizes marrying foreign women and worshipping other gods, which conflicts with other biblical passages where foreign marriages and alliances occur, such as those involving prominent figures like Ruth or Solomon. This inconsistency highlights a tension between maintaining distinct religious identity and engaging with surrounding cultures.

Paradox #2

Malachi 2:11 could present a moral inconsistency by highlighting issues of faithfulness versus betrayal. On one hand, there's an expectation of loyalty and keeping sacred commitments; on the other, there's a failure to uphold these standards, leading to moral conflict and social discord.

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