Contradictions and Paradoxes in Deuteronomy 24:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Deuteronomy 24:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Deuteronomy 24:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, if you forget some crops in the field, leave them for people who need them, like those who have no home or parents, so that God will bless everything you do.

Deuteronomy 24:19: When thou cuttest down thine harvest in thy field, and hast forgot a sheaf in the field, thou shalt not go again to fetch it: it shall be for the stranger, for the fatherless, and for the widow: that the LORD thy God may bless thee in all the work of thine hands.

Contradiction with Proverbs 14:31

This verse emphasizes the importance of not oppressing the poor, which can be seen as a parallel contradiction to not leaving behind sheaves, as withholding may imply neglect.

Proverbs 14:31: He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:3

This verse suggests giving should be done secretly, contradicting public agricultural practices like gleaning as described in Deuteronomy 24:19.

Matthew 6:3: But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 3:10

This verse states that those who do not work shall not eat, somewhat opposing the idea of leaving gleanings for those who may not have worked in the fields.

2 Thessalonians 3:10: For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency in this verse may arise from the idea that while it encourages generosity towards the less fortunate, such as strangers, widows, and orphans, other parts of the Bible contain rules and actions that may seem harsh or unforgiving toward these same groups. This inconsistency can lead to confusion about the overall message regarding compassion and justice.

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