Contradictions and Paradoxes in Deuteronomy 33:21

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Deuteronomy 33:21 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Deuteronomy 33:21. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, this verse tells us about a leader who made sure everyone was treated fairly and followed God's rules. He worked with the other leaders to help make good decisions for the people.

Deuteronomy 33:21: And he provided the first part for himself, because there, [in] a portion of the lawgiver, [was he] seated; and he came with the heads of the people, he executed the justice of the LORD, and his judgments with Israel. [seated: Heb. cieled]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:9

This verse suggests the deceitful nature of the human heart, challenging the idea of righteousness and judgment described in Deuteronomy 33:21.

Jeremiah 17:9: The heart [is] deceitful above all [things], and desperately wicked: who can know it?

Contradiction with Matthew 5:5

This verse promotes meekness and inheriting the earth through humility, which may contrast with the more assertive actions implied in Deuteronomy 33:21.

Matthew 5:5: Blessed [are] the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises against taking personal vengeance, conflicting with the pursuit of justice mentioned in Deuteronomy 33:21.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Psalm 37:11

Similar to Matthew 5:5, this verse speaks of the meek inheriting the earth, contrasting with the assertive actions described in Deuteronomy 33:21.

Psalm 37:11: But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.

Contradiction with Matthew 26:52

This verse warns that those who use the sword will perish by the sword, opposing the valor and battle-related connotations of Deuteronomy 33:21.

Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
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