Contradictions and Paradoxes in Leviticus 19:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Leviticus 19:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Leviticus 19:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Leviticus, this verse means that you should be kind and helpful to others, especially those who can't hear or see well. It also reminds you to respect God by treating people nicely.

Leviticus 19:14: Thou shalt not curse the deaf, nor put a stumblingblock before the blind, but shalt fear thy God: I [am] the LORD.

Contradiction with Exodus 22:28

This verse advises not to curse the ruler of your people, contrasting with Leviticus 19:14's prohibition against cursing the deaf.

Exodus 22:28: Thou shalt not revile the gods, nor curse the ruler of thy people. [gods: or, judges]

Contradiction with Proverbs 26:2

This verse suggests a curse without cause does not come, implying curses can be meaningless, conflicting with Leviticus 19:14's blanket admonition against cursing.

Proverbs 26:2: As the bird by wandering, as the swallow by flying, so the curse causeless shall not come.

Contradiction with James 3:9-10

This passage condemns using the tongue to curse people made in God's likeness, similar but with broader condemnation than Leviticus 19:14's focus on the deaf.

James 3:9-10: Therewith bless we God, even the Father; and therewith curse we men, which are made after the similitude of God.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs to bless those who curse you, which might seem contradictory to a prohibition against cursing those who can't hear it, as in Leviticus 19:14.

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;

Paradox #1

The contradiction in that verse could be viewed as conflicting with moments in the Bible where the treatment of people with disabilities is allowed in negative contexts or stories. It emphasizes fair and kind treatment, but other parts of the Bible may not consistently reflect that same level of care.

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