Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Obadiah 1:15 speaks of retribution, whereas Matthew 5:44 teaches to love your enemies and do good to those who hate you.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Romans 12:17
Obadiah 1:15 relates to recompense for deeds done, while Romans 12:17 advises against repaying evil with evil.
Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22
Obadiah 1:15 discusses the day of the Lord and recompense, while Proverbs 20:22 encourages waiting on the Lord instead of seeking personal vengeance.
Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:2
Obadiah 1:15 speaks of judgment returning on individuals, whereas Matthew 7:2 advises against judging others to avoid being judged in like manner.
Matthew 7:2: For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again.
Contradiction with James 2:13
Obadiah 1:15 mentions retribution and justice, while James 2:13 highlights mercy triumphing over judgment.
James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
Obadiah 1:15 is about recompense, though Luke 6:27 speaks of doing good to those who hate you instead of retribution.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
Obadiah 1:15 emphasizes recompense for actions, while 1 Peter 3:9 advises not to repay evil for evil but with blessing.
1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
Paradox #1
The potential theological conflict with Obadiah 1:15 could be its focus on divine retribution and judgment. Some readers might see a contradiction with New Testament teachings about forgiveness and loving one's enemies. This can raise questions about how these themes fit together within a consistent understanding of God's nature and actions.
Paradox #2
Obadiah 1:15 talks about judgment coming to nations as they have done to others. The moral conflict could be the harshness and retaliatory nature of "doing to others as they've done to you," which can seem inconsistent with other teachings in the Bible about forgiveness and loving your enemies.