Contradiction with Romans 2:11
Contradicts by stating that there is no respect of persons with God, implying equal treatment for all, unlike Exodus 21:31 which specifies differential treatment based on social status.
Romans 2:11: For there is no respect of persons with God.
Contradiction with James 2:9
Contradicts by condemning partiality as a sin, whereas Exodus 21:31 suggests differential handling based on one's role in society.
James 2:9: But if ye have respect to persons, ye commit sin, and are convinced of the law as transgressors.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
Contradicts by declaring no distinction between individuals in Christ, conflicting with Exodus 21:31’s differentiated treatment.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Paradox #1
The moral conflict in Exodus 21:31 could arise from its approach to justice and equality. It may seem inconsistent that the same rule applies regardless of whether a person is a child or an adult, since some people might expect different treatments based on age. This might create a tension between concepts of uniform justice and individual circumstances.