Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 8:21

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 8:21 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 8:21. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Judges, Gideon was brave and strong, just like a hero. He defeated two bad kings and took pretty decorations from their camels.

Judges 8:21: Then Zebah and Zalmunna said, Rise thou, and fall upon us: for as the man [is, so is] his strength. And Gideon arose, and slew Zebah and Zalmunna, and took away the ornaments that [were] on their camels' necks. [ornaments: or, ornaments like the moon]

Contradiction with Genesis 9:6

This verse emphasizes that whoever sheds human blood should have their blood shed by humans, contradicting the context of retributive justice in Judges 8:21.

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 Exodus 20:13

This verse commands "Thou shalt not kill," contradicting the act of killing described in Judges 8:21.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse advises to "resist not evil" and to turn the other cheek, contradicting the act of vengeance in Judges 8:21.

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 instructs not to seek personal vengeance but to leave it to God, contradicting Gideon's act of vengeance in Judges 8:21.

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 20:22

This verse advises not to say "I will recompense evil," but to wait on the Lord, contradicting the immediate justice sought in Judges 8:21.

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

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15

This verse says to not repay evil for evil, contradicting the retaliatory killing in Judges 8:21.

1 Thessalonians 5:15: See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].

Paradox #1

This verse involves an act of violence and retaliation, which might conflict with other biblical teachings that emphasize mercy, forgiveness, and turning away from revenge. This creates a contradiction between the actions taken here and the broader messages of peace and forgiveness found elsewhere in the Bible.

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