Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:11
This verse suggests that gaining riches unjustly, akin to taking a bribe, will ultimately lead to folly and not go unpunished, aligning with the condemnation in Deuteronomy 27:25 rather than contradicting it.
Jeremiah 17:11: [As] the partridge sitteth [on eggs], and hatcheth [them] not; [so] he that getteth riches, and not by right, shall leave them in the midst of his days, and at his end shall be a fool. [sitteth...: or, gathereth young which she hath not brought forth]
Contradiction with Proverbs 17:23
This verse demonstrates a similar viewpoint to Deuteronomy 27:25 by highlighting that the wicked accept bribes, reflecting a shared condemnation rather than a contradiction.
Proverbs 17:23: A wicked [man] taketh a gift out of the bosom to pervert the ways of judgment.
Contradiction with Exodus 23:8
This verse aligns with Deuteronomy 27:25 by advising against the acceptance of bribes, reinforcing the same moral stance, thus not providing a contradiction.
Exodus 23:8: And thou shalt take no gift: for the gift blindeth the wise, and perverteth the words of the righteous. [the wise: Heb. the seeing]
Contradiction with Proverbs 15:27
This verse states that those who hate bribes will live, complementing Deuteronomy 27:25, and supports the avoidance of bribes rather than contradicting it.
Proverbs 15:27: He that is greedy of gain troubleth his own house; but he that hateth gifts shall live.
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:23
This passage criticizes leaders who love bribes, agreeing with the critical stance in Deuteronomy 27:25, reinforcing condemnation of bribery.
Isaiah 1:23: Thy princes [are] rebellious, and companions of thieves: every one loveth gifts, and followeth after rewards: they judge not the fatherless, neither doth the cause of the widow come unto them.
Paradox #1
A possible contradiction in this verse could be that it condemns taking bribes to harm innocent people, but other parts of religious texts sometimes show leaders or figures receiving gifts or offerings. This could seem inconsistent if the context isn't clear, as it might appear similar to accepting a bribe.