Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
Deuteronomy 19:10 discourages the shedding of innocent blood, while Exodus 20:13 directly commands, "Thou shalt not kill," implying no exceptions.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Numbers 35:19
Deuteronomy 19:10 aims to prevent innocent bloodshed, whereas Numbers 35:19 endorses the avenger of blood to kill the murderer.
Numbers 35:19: The revenger of blood himself shall slay the murderer: when he meeteth him, he shall slay him.
Contradiction with Genesis 9:6
Deuteronomy 19:10 calls for measures to prevent innocent bloodshed, but Genesis 9:6 justifies the death of one who sheds human blood.
Genesis 9:6: Whoso sheddeth man's blood, by man shall his blood be shed: for in the image of God made he man.
Paradox #1
The moral conflict in Deuteronomy 19:10 might arise from the tension between justice and forgiveness. The verse deals with the avenging of wrongful death, which could conflict with ideas of mercy and forgiveness if the focus is solely on retribution rather than reconciliation. It highlights the challenge of balancing justice for victims with the possibility of redemption and forgiveness for offenders.