Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:37
Jeremiah states the permanence of Israel's continuity, whereas Romans 11:11 suggests the potential for their rejection leading to salvation for others.
Jeremiah 31:37: Thus saith the LORD; If heaven above can be measured, and the foundations of the earth searched out beneath, I will also cast off all the seed of Israel for all that they have done, saith the LORD.
Contradiction with Matthew 15:24
Jesus claims His mission is only to the lost sheep of Israel, countering the notion in Romans 11:11 of salvation coming to Gentiles through Israel's fall.
Matthew 15:24: But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel.
Contradiction with Acts 13:46
Suggests salvation offered first to Jews and only due to their rejection is it offered to Gentiles, which contrasts the idea in Romans 11:11 of Israel's fall benefiting the Gentiles.
Acts 13:46: Then Paul and Barnabas waxed bold, and said, It was necessary that the word of God should first have been spoken to you: but seeing ye put it from you, and judge yourselves unworthy of everlasting life, lo, we turn to the Gentiles.
Contradiction with Isaiah 49:6
Indicates Israel as a light to Gentiles for their salvation, opposing Romans 11:11's idea of Gentile salvation arising through Israel's fall.
Isaiah 49:6: And he said, It is a light thing that thou shouldest be my servant to raise up the tribes of Jacob, and to restore the preserved of Israel: I will also give thee for a light to the Gentiles, that thou mayest be my salvation unto the end of the earth. [It is...: or, Art thou lighter than that thou shouldest, etc] [preserved: or, desolations]
Contradiction with Amos 3:2
States God's exclusive relationship with Israel, which contradicts Romans 11:11's theme of using Israel's fall for Gentile salvation.
Amos 3:2: You only have I known of all the families of the earth: therefore I will punish you for all your iniquities. [punish: Heb. visit upon]
Paradox #1
Romans 11:11 talks about how Israel's mistakes led to opportunities for others, but this is meant to ultimately bring Israel back. The contradiction some might see here is that it could seem unfair to benefit from someone else's mistakes or suffering. Some might argue that it seems inconsistent with the idea of justice, where everyone should be judged or rewarded for their own actions and not rely on the failings of others. However, others might interpret this as showing how good can come from bad situations, which can balance this perceived conflict.