Contradiction with Exodus 20:8-10
These verses command the observation of the Sabbath on the seventh day, emphasizing a specific day that should be kept holy, seemingly contradicting the idea of personal discretion regarding holy days.
Exodus 20:8-10: Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy.
Contradiction with Colossians 2:16-17
While this passage suggests not to judge others regarding holy days, it emphasizes that these are a shadow of what is to come, implying the existence of specific holy days, which contrasts with the individual choice mentioned in Romans 14:5.
Colossians 2:16-17: Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath [days]: [in meat...: or, for eating and drinking] [respect: or, part]
Contradiction with Galatians 4:10-11
Paul criticizes the Galatians for observing special days, months, seasons, and years, expressing concern that they follow these practices, potentially contradicting the acceptance of different practices in Romans 14:5.
Galatians 4:10-11: Ye observe days, and months, and times, and years.
Paradox #1
Romans 14:5 discusses personal beliefs about sacred days, suggesting that individuals are free to honor one day over another according to their own convictions. The moral conflict might arise when trying to balance respecting individual freedom of belief with the need for community unity and shared practices. Some might see this as conflicting because personal freedom could lead to divisions within groups that value shared traditions.