Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
This verse, which states "Thou shalt not kill," contradicts the notion of human sacrifice that is implied by the vow in Judges 11:31.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Leviticus 18:21
This verse commands not to let any children be offered to Molech, reflecting broader prohibitions on child sacrifice which contradicts Jephthah's vow in Judges 11:31.
Leviticus 18:21: And thou shalt not let any of thy seed pass through [the fire] to Molech, neither shalt thou profane the name of thy God: I [am] the LORD. [Molech: Gr. Moloch]
Contradiction with Leviticus 20:2-5
This passage condemns child sacrifice, reinforcing a contradiction to any interpretation of Judges 11:31 allowing such acts.
Leviticus 20:2-5: Again, thou shalt say to the children of Israel, Whosoever [he be] of the children of Israel, or of the strangers that sojourn in Israel, that giveth [any] of his seed unto Molech; he shall surely be put to death: the people of the land shall stone him with stones.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 12:31
This verse explicitly states that God detests human sacrifice, contradicting the implication that Jephthah's vow would be acceptable.
Deuteronomy 12:31: Thou shalt not do so unto the LORD thy God: for every abomination to the LORD, which he hateth, have they done unto their gods; for even their sons and their daughters they have burnt in the fire to their gods. [to the: Heb. of the]
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 18:10
Forbids making one's child pass through the fire, again contradicting practices such as those implied by Judges 11:31.
Deuteronomy 18:10: There shall not be found among you [any one] that maketh his son or his daughter to pass through the fire, [or] that useth divination, [or] an observer of times, or an enchanter, or a witch,
Contradiction with 2 Kings 17:17-18
This passage describes child sacrifice as one of the acts that led God's anger to abandon Israel, contradicting the idea that it was ever sanctioned in Judges 11:31.
2 Kings 17:17-18: And they caused their sons and their daughters to pass through the fire, and used divination and enchantments, and sold themselves to do evil in the sight of the LORD, to provoke him to anger.
Contradiction with Proverbs 6:16-17
Lists actions God hates, including "hands that shed innocent blood," which contradicts any literal human sacrifice in Judges 11:31.
Proverbs 6:16-17: These six [things] doth the LORD hate: yea, seven [are] an abomination unto him: [unto...: Heb. of his soul]
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in Judges 11:31 involves Jephthah's vow to offer "whatever comes out of the doors" of his house as a burnt offering to God if he wins a battle. This raises issues because it suggests human sacrifice, which conflicts with other biblical teachings that condemn such practices.
Paradox #2
The contradiction with Judges 11:31 could relate to the ethical dilemma of making vows that lead to harmful outcomes. It raises questions about the morality of keeping promises when doing so results in unjust or harmful consequences. This can conflict with teachings that emphasize mercy, compassion, and the value of human life.
Paradox #3
Judges 11:31 may face contradiction or inconsistency regarding the story of Jephthah's vow. The conflict arises because Jephthah promises to sacrifice whatever comes out of his house if he wins a battle, which turns out to be his daughter. This seems inconsistent with other parts of the Bible that disapprove of human sacrifices, posing a moral and ethical dilemma.
Paradox #4
This verse may highlight a moral conflict because it involves a vow that leads to the sacrifice of a human life. It raises questions about the ethics of making and fulfilling vows when they result in harm to innocent individuals.