Contradiction with Genesis 1:28
This verse commands humans to have dominion over all living things, which could contradict Deuteronomy 22:6's instruction on leaving the mother bird, suggesting more careful stewardship rather than dominion.
Genesis 1:28: And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth. [moveth: Heb. creepeth]
Contradiction with Matthew 10:31
This verse states, "Ye are of more value than many sparrows", potentially contradicting the careful treatment of birds emphasized in Deuteronomy 22:6 by suggesting human needs often outweigh animal welfare.
Matthew 10:31: Fear ye not therefore, ye are of more value than many sparrows.
Contradiction with Acts 10:13
In this verse, Peter is told to "kill and eat," which could be seen as contradicting Deuteronomy 22:6's conservation principle regarding taking young birds but leaving the mother.
Acts 10:13: And there came a voice to him, Rise, Peter; kill, and eat.
Contradiction with Proverbs 12:10
Describes a righteous man caring for his animal, potentially contrasting with Deuteronomy 22:6 where the focus is on leaving the mother bird, implying a different nuance in animal treatment.
Proverbs 12:10: A righteous [man] regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked [are] cruel. [tender...: or, bowels]
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in this verse might stem from how it emphasizes kindness to animals, while other parts of religious texts involve animal sacrifice. This could create inconsistency in understanding the balance between mercy and ritual practices.