Contradictions and Paradoxes in Deuteronomy 17:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Deuteronomy 17:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Deuteronomy 17:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, this verse teaches that a leader should not feel better than others and should follow God's rules carefully. By doing this, he and his children can live a long time happily in their land.

Deuteronomy 17:20: That his heart be not lifted up above his brethren, and that he turn not aside from the commandment, [to] the right hand, or [to] the left: to the end that he may prolong [his] days in his kingdom, he, and his children, in the midst of Israel.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:18

Proverbs 16:18 suggests pride goes before destruction, while Deuteronomy 17:20 warns against pride to maintain longevity in rulership, implying pride can be managed.

Proverbs 16:18: Pride [goeth] before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.

Paradox #1

Deuteronomy 17:20 talks about a king remaining humble and not considering himself better than others. The contradiction could arise if leaders in religious contexts use their position to elevate themselves above others, contradicting the advice of humility and equality described in this verse.

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