Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Deuteronomy 19:2 instructs setting apart cities of refuge, implying a form of justice and retribution, whereas Matthew 5:44 advocates loving enemies and doing good to those who hate you, shifting focus from retribution to forgiveness.
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
Deuteronomy 19:2's cities of refuge are part of a justice system for avenging death, contrasted with Romans 12:19, which advises not seeking revenge and leaving vengeance to God.
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 Genesis 9:6
Deuteronomy 19:2 is part of instructions for handling accidental killings with refuge, while Genesis 9:6 prescribes capital punishment for taking a life, underscoring a direct form of justice rather than a refuge.
Genesis 9:6: Whoso sheddeth man's blood, by man shall his blood be shed: for in the image of God made he man.
Contradiction with Exodus 21:14
Deuteronomy 19:2 talks about refuge cities for accidental sin, but Exodus 21:14 states that a willful murderer shall be taken from refuge and put to death, focusing on clearer culpability distinctions.
Exodus 21:14: But if a man come presumptuously upon his neighbour, to slay him with guile; thou shalt take him from mine altar, that he may die.
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:30
Hebrews 10:30 reinforces that God is the ultimate judge and avenger, contrasting with the delegated human structure of refuge in Deuteronomy 19:2.
Hebrews 10:30: For we know him that hath said, Vengeance [belongeth] unto me, I will recompense, saith the Lord. And again, The Lord shall judge his people.