Contradiction with Matthew 7:12
This verse advocates for doing unto others as you would have them do unto you, contrasting with the selfish act the man in Judges 19:23 takes by offering his daughter and the concubine.
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 James 4:17
This verse emphasizes doing good when one knows they should, in contradiction to the man's awareness and failure to protect those in his care in Judges 19:23.
James 4:17: Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth [it] not, to him it is sin.
Contradiction with Leviticus 19:18
This verse instructs on loving neighbors as oneself, conflicting with the lack of protection offered in Judges 19:23.
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 Romans 12:9
This verse advises to abhor what is evil and cling to what is good, contrasting with the immoral actions taken by the man in Judges 19:23.
Romans 12:9: [Let] love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.
Contradiction with Proverbs 31:8-9
These verses call to speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, opposing the man's decision in Judges 19:23 to offer his daughter and the concubine instead.
Proverbs 31:8-9: Open thy mouth for the dumb in the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction. [such...: Heb. the sons of destruction]
Contradiction with Micah 6:8
This verse outlines acting justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly, which contradicts with the actions of the man in Judges 19:23.
Micah 6:8: He hath shewed thee, O man, what [is] good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? [walk...: Heb. humble thyself to walk]
Paradox #1
Judges 19:23 could be seen as morally conflicting because it presents a situation where protection is offered selectively, showcasing the disparity in the value placed on different lives. The act of offering one individual for harm while trying to protect another can be seen as inconsistent with the moral values of equal dignity and protection for all people.