Contradictions and Paradoxes in Deuteronomy 11:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Deuteronomy 11:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Deuteronomy 11:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God promised the Israelites that He would help them win against stronger and bigger nations so they could live in a new and special land. This teaches that God helps His people and keeps His promises, even when things seem difficult.

Deuteronomy 11:23: Then will the LORD drive out all these nations from before you, and ye shall possess greater nations and mightier than yourselves.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse encourages loving and praying for enemies, contrasting with the destruction of nations mentioned in Deuteronomy 11:23.

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 12:19

This verse advises against taking vengeance, contradicting the idea of God driving out nations in Deuteronomy 11:23.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Isaiah 2:4

This verse speaks of turning swords into plowshares and not learning war anymore, which contrasts with the conquest implied in Deuteronomy 11:23.

Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22

These verses suggest feeding and giving drink to enemies, opposing the displacement of nations in Deuteronomy 11:23.

Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28

These verses command loving enemies and doing good to those who hate, conflicting with the removal of nations in Deuteronomy 11:23.

Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Paradox #1

Deuteronomy 11:23 might raise moral questions due to its discussion of driving out nations to possess their lands. Some people might see a conflict with modern values of peace, coexistence, and respect for other communities and cultures. There's a potential contradiction between the directive to take over others' lands and the broader ethical principles of love and justice.

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