Contradiction with Exodus 20:15
This verse commands "Thou shalt not steal," which contradicts the taking of property and goods in Genesis 34:29.
Exodus 20:15: Thou shalt not steal.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:17
This verse advises against coveting neighbor's possessions, whereas Genesis 34:29 describes taking possessions.
Exodus 20:17: Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that [is] thy neighbour's.
Contradiction with Leviticus 19:18
This verse instructs to love your neighbor as yourself, opposing the actions of Genesis 34:29 where possessions are seized.
Leviticus 19:18: Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I [am] the LORD.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 5:19
This verse repeats the command "Neither shalt thou steal," which conflicts with the looting described in Genesis 34:29.
Deuteronomy 5:19: Neither shalt thou steal.
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:29
This verse warns against plotting harm against a neighbor, contrasting with the actions taken in Genesis 34:29.
Proverbs 3:29: Devise not evil against thy neighbour, seeing he dwelleth securely by thee. [Devise...: or, Practise no evil]
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:17
This verse encourages seeking justice and defending the oppressed, which opposes the looting in Genesis 34:29.
Isaiah 1:17: Learn to do well; seek judgment, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow. [relieve: or, righten]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:9
This verse blesses peacemakers, contradicting the aggression implied in Genesis 34:29.
Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:12
This verse, the Golden Rule, contrasts with the actions in Genesis 34:29, which would not be desired by those who were plundered.
Matthew 7:12: Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.
Contradiction with Romans 13:9
This verse reiterates commandments against stealing and coveting, in opposition to the events of Genesis 34:29.
Romans 13:9: For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt not covet; and if [there be] any other commandment, it is briefly comprehended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:28
This verse commands to not steal but work honestly, conflicting with the acts described in Genesis 34:29.
Ephesians 4:28: Let him that stole steal no more: but rather let him labour, working with [his] hands the thing which is good, that he may have to give to him that needeth. [to give: or, to distribute]
Paradox #1
Some might see a contradiction or inconsistency in this verse because it involves acts of violence and taking possessions from others, which might seem to conflict with other biblical teachings about compassion, justice, and respect for others' property. This can raise questions about how these actions align with broader moral principles found elsewhere in the Bible.