Contradiction with Romans 13:1
This verse contradicts Judges 21:25 by emphasizing the importance of being subject to governing authorities, as they are established by God.
Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6
This passage suggests relying on God's direction rather than one's own judgment, which contradicts doing what is right in one's own eyes as mentioned in Judges 21:25.
Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:13-14
These verses highlight the importance of submitting to human authority for the Lord's sake, contradicting the idea of everyone doing what is right in their own eyes.
1 Peter 2:13-14: Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:17
This verse instructs obedience to leaders, which contradicts the lack of central authority implied in Judges 21:25.
Hebrews 13:17: Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that [is] unprofitable for you. [have...: or, guide]
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 12:8
This verse explicitly advises against doing what is right in one's own eyes, directly contradicting the situation in Judges 21:25.
Deuteronomy 12:8: Ye shall not do after all [the things] that we do here this day, every man whatsoever [is] right in his own eyes.
Contradiction with Titus 3:1
Urges obedience to rulers and authorities, which is in contrast to each person doing as they see fit in Judges 21:25.
Titus 3:1: Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work,
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:25
Warns that a way which seems right to a person can lead to death, contradicting the self-determined ways in Judges 21:25.
Proverbs 16:25: There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof [are] the ways of death.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 8:6-7
This suggests that God desired a divinely-appointed leadership, in contrast to everyone doing what was right in their own eyes as in Judges 21:25.
1 Samuel 8:6-7: But the thing displeased Samuel, when they said, Give us a king to judge us. And Samuel prayed unto the LORD. [displeased: Heb. was evil in the eyes of]
Paradox #1
One possible contradiction with the verse could be the idea of moral relativism versus objective divine law. The verse implies that people did what they thought was right in their own eyes, which might conflict with the notion that there are established divine laws and commandments that people are supposed to follow. This situation can raise questions about the nature of moral guidance and authority.
Paradox #2
Judges 21:25 describes a time when there was no king in Israel, and everyone did what they thought was right. The potential conflict arises because, in other parts of the Bible, having a king or leader and following God's laws is important. This verse highlights a lack of centralized authority and moral guidance, which might seem inconsistent with teachings that stress obedience to God's commands and the role of leaders in guiding people.
Paradox #3
The potential contradiction with the verse could be the idea that during this time, there was no central authority or king in Israel, yet other parts of the Bible mention leaders like judges or figures with authority. This could seem inconsistent with the lack of leadership described in this verse.
Paradox #4
The moral conflict in this verse is that it describes a time when people did whatever they wanted without a strong leader, which might suggest chaos and a lack of moral guidance. This could conflict with the idea of needing rules and leaders to maintain order and righteousness.