Contradiction with Isaiah 3:12
This verse suggests that leaders are causing the people to err, which contradicts Micah 3:1, where leaders are expected to know and uphold justice.
Isaiah 3:12: [As for] my people, children [are] their oppressors, and women rule over them. O my people, they which lead thee cause [thee] to err, and destroy the way of thy paths. [lead...: or, call thee blessed] [destroy: Heb. swallow up]
Contradiction with Matthew 7:1
This verse advises against judging others, which can contradict Micah 3:1 that implies leaders should execute judgment.
Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.
Contradiction with Romans 13:1
This verse states all authority is ordained by God, contrasting with Micah 3:1's implication that leaders can act unjustly.
Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 23:1
This verse warns against leaders who destroy and scatter the flock, while Micah 3:1 calls leaders to uphold justice for the people.
Jeremiah 23:1: Woe be unto the pastors that destroy and scatter the sheep of my pasture! saith the LORD.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 34:2
This verse criticizes shepherds of Israel for neglecting the flock, which contradicts the expectation in Micah 3:1 for leaders to know justice.
Ezekiel 34:2: Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel, prophesy, and say unto them, Thus saith the Lord GOD unto the shepherds; Woe [be] to the shepherds of Israel that do feed themselves! should not the shepherds feed the flocks?
Paradox #1
Micah 3:1 calls out leaders for failing to act justly and morally. A possible contradiction could be that those in positions of power are often expected to set a good example and uphold justice, yet they are depicted as doing the opposite here. This inconsistency highlights the conflict between expected duties and actual actions of the leaders.