Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:28
This verse speaks of building and planting, which contradicts Micah 1:6's message of destruction and laying bare.
Jeremiah 31:28: And it shall come to pass, [that] like as I have watched over them, to pluck up, and to break down, and to throw down, and to destroy, and to afflict; so will I watch over them, to build, and to plant, saith the LORD.
Contradiction with Isaiah 54:11
This verse talks about comforting and building a city with colorful gems, contrasting the destruction described in Micah 1:6.
Isaiah 54:11: O thou afflicted, tossed with tempest, [and] not comforted, behold, I will lay thy stones with fair colours, and lay thy foundations with sapphires.
Contradiction with Amos 9:14
Here, God promises restoration and rebuilding of cities, which is contrary to the theme of devastation in Micah 1:6.
Amos 9:14: And I will bring again the captivity of my people of Israel, and they shall build the waste cities, and inhabit [them]; and they shall plant vineyards, and drink the wine thereof; they shall also make gardens, and eat the fruit of them.
Contradiction with Zechariah 8:3
This verse features a vision of a vibrant city inhabited once again, opposing the image of destruction in Micah 1:6.
Zechariah 8:3: Thus saith the LORD; I am returned unto Zion, and will dwell in the midst of Jerusalem: and Jerusalem shall be called a city of truth; and the mountain of the LORD of hosts the holy mountain.
Contradiction with Revelation 21:2
This verse describes the holy city, a new Jerusalem coming from heaven, symbolizing renewal and contradicting the desolation in Micah 1:6.
Revelation 21:2: And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband.
Paradox #1
Micah 1:6 predicts the destruction of Samaria, and some contradictions could arise if there is a lack of archaeological evidence or differing historical records about the timing and events of Samaria's downfall. Different accounts or interpretations from historical sources outside the Bible could also cause inconsistencies.
Paradox #2
Micah 1:6 describes a prophecy of destruction as a consequence of wrongdoing. Some might see a contradiction in the idea of a loving and forgiving deity allowing or causing such severe punishment. The conflict might arise from trying to reconcile the notions of divine justice with divine mercy.