Contradictions and Paradoxes in Deuteronomy 21:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Deuteronomy 21:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Deuteronomy 21:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Deuteronomy, God chose the priests from Levi's family to help people talk to Him and to give blessings. They also help solve problems and make decisions for everyone.

Deuteronomy 21:5: And the priests the sons of Levi shall come near; for them the LORD thy God hath chosen to minister unto him, and to bless in the name of the LORD; and by their word shall every controversy and every stroke be [tried]: [word: Heb. mouth]

Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:9

This verse refers to all believers as a royal priesthood, suggesting that spiritual authority is not limited to the Levitical priests.

1 Peter 2:9: But ye [are] a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light: [peculiar: or, purchased] [praises: or, virtues]

Contradiction with Hebrews 7:12

This verse speaks to a change in the priesthood and law, indicating a departure from the Levitical priesthood in Deuteronomy.

Hebrews 7:12: For the priesthood being changed, there is made of necessity a change also of the law.

Contradiction with Revelation 1:6

States that Christ has made believers kings and priests unto God, expanding priestly duties beyond the tribe of Levi.

Revelation 1:6: And hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father; to him [be] glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 12:28

Mentions God appointing various roles in the church, without specifying a sole reliance on Levitical priests for guidance.

1 Corinthians 12:28: And God hath set some in the church, first apostles, secondarily prophets, thirdly teachers, after that miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, governments, diversities of tongues. [diversities: or, kinds]
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