Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 3:29

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 3:29 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 3:29. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Judges, this verse tells the story of a big battle where the Israelites defeated many strong and brave men from Moab. It shows that God helped the Israelites win the battle and none of the Moabite soldiers got away.

Judges 3:29: And they slew of Moab at that time about ten thousand men, all lusty, and all men of valour; and there escaped not a man. [lusty: Heb. fat]

Contradiction with Numbers 23:19

Contradicts by emphasizing God's nature as unchanging and truthful, conflicting with human triumph suggested in Judges 3:29.

Numbers 23:19: God [is] not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do [it]? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good?

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Contradicts by instructing love for enemies, opposing the act of killing in Judges 3:29.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

Contradicts by stating "Thou shalt not kill," opposing the slaying of Moabites in Judges 3:29.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Contradicts by advising against personal vengeance, conflicting with the killing of Moabites as revenge in Judges 3:29.

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 Proverbs 24:17

Contradicts by discouraging rejoicing over enemies' downfall, against the victory celebration implied in Judges 3:29.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Paradox #1

Some people might see a contradiction or conflict in this verse because it describes a violent and large-scale killing, which can be hard to reconcile with moral teachings that value peace and forgiveness. This can create tension for those who believe in the sanctity of life and the importance of mercy, as it seems to promote or justify violence.

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