Contradictions and Paradoxes in Deuteronomy 33:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Deuteronomy 33:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Deuteronomy 33:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the writer of Deuteronomy, this verse is a prayer asking God to help and take care of Levi's family and make sure anyone who tries to hurt them doesn't win. It's like asking God to be on their side and protect them from enemies.

Deuteronomy 33:11: Bless, LORD, his substance, and accept the work of his hands: smite through the loins of them that rise against him, and of them that hate him, that they rise not again.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While Deuteronomy 33:11 speaks of smiting enemies, Matthew 5:44 instructs to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.

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 12:17

Deuteronomy 33:11 endorses recompense towards enemies, whereas Romans 12:17 advises against repaying evil for evil.

Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22

This verse suggests feeding and giving drink to your enemy, contrasting the aggressive stance in Deuteronomy 33:11.

Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Contradiction with Luke 23:34

Jesus’s plea for forgiveness for his persecutors is in opposition to the request for striking down enemies in Deuteronomy 33:11.

Luke 23:34: Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.
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