Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 20:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 20:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 20:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Judges, the Levite is explaining that he and his wife went to the town of Gibeah, which belongs to the tribe of Benjamin, to rest for the night. He is telling others what happened to them there.

Judges 20:4: And the Levite, the husband of the woman that was slain, answered and said, I came into Gibeah that [belongeth] to Benjamin, I and my concubine, to lodge. [the Levite: Heb. the man the Levite]

Contradiction with Genesis 9:6

This verse emphasizes justice and retribution for murder, while Judges 20:4 deals with an act of violence and the community's response to it.

Genesis 9:6: Whoso sheddeth man's blood, by man shall his blood be shed: for in the image of God made he man.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse advocates turning the other cheek and not resisting evil, contradicting the call for retribution and assembly for warfare in Judges 20:4.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises believers not to avenge themselves but to leave room for God's wrath, contrasting the tribes of Israel preparing for battle in Judges 20:4.

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 Exodus 20:13

This commandment forbids murder, while Judges 20:4 involves seeking justice for a grievous crime, highlighting the tension between law and retribution.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

This verse advises against seeking personal revenge, conflicting with the Israelites' preparation for retaliatory action in Judges 20:4.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
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