Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
This verse commands "Thou shalt not kill," contradicting the violent actions taken by Simeon and Levi in Genesis 34:27.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Jesus instructs to "Love your enemies," which contrasts with the revenge-driven attack on Shechem.
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 12:19
Advises believers to "avenge not yourselves," opposing the vengeful response in Genesis 34:27.
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 Proverbs 15:1
Encourages a "soft answer turneth away wrath," contrasting the aggressive actions of Simeon and Levi.
Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
Contradiction with Matthew 26:52
"For all they that take the sword shall perish with the sword," contradicting the attack led by Jacob's sons.
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?
Paradox #1
The contradiction in Genesis 34 may lie in the moral and tribal laws of the time, where the actions of Jacob’s sons seem to conflict with later biblical teachings on justice and personal conduct. The story involves deceit and violence, which raises questions about ethical consistency.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in that verse is that the people who are supposed to be upholding goodness and justice are instead engaging in actions that can be seen as vengeful and unethical. This can create confusion about the values being promoted.