Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Leviticus 19:17 speaks of not hating and rebuking a neighbor, whereas Matthew 5:44 teaches to love enemies, suggesting a different approach to those who wrong you.
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 Proverbs 10:12
Leviticus 19:17 advises rebuking a neighbor to prevent sin, but Proverbs 10:12 notes that love covers all sins, emphasizing forgiveness over rebuke.
Proverbs 10:12: Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
While Leviticus 19:17 instructs to rebuke a neighbor, Romans 12:19 advises leaving room for God's wrath instead of personal action.
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 1 Peter 4:8
Leviticus 19:17 involves confronting sin, whereas 1 Peter 4:8 suggests love should cover a multitude of sins, focusing on love over confrontation.
1 Peter 4:8: And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins. [shall: or, will]
Contradiction with Luke 17:3
Leviticus 19:17 encourages rebuke but does not mention forgiveness, whereas Luke 17:3 includes both rebuking and forgiving, adding another layer of response.
Luke 17:3: Take heed to yourselves: If thy brother trespass against thee, rebuke him; and if he repent, forgive him.
Paradox #1
The verse talks about not hating others in your heart and correcting them frankly. Some people see a conflict between this and other verses that seem to also promote loving even your enemies or avoiding judgment of others. It can be hard to know when correction is loving and when it becomes judgmental.
Paradox #2
Leviticus 19:17 advises against hating others in your heart, suggesting the need to address issues with others directly instead of holding grudges. A possible contradiction could arise when comparing this with certain New Testament teachings that emphasize forgiveness and turning the other cheek, like in Matthew 5:39-44. While Leviticus encourages directly confronting wrongdoing, some New Testament verses emphasize a more passive approach to conflict. This could be seen as inconsistent in how one is advised to handle interpersonal conflicts.
Paradox #3
Leviticus 19:17 encourages confronting others to prevent hatred in the heart. A contradiction might arise when compared to teachings in the New Testament, like turning the other cheek or forgiving repeatedly, as seen in Jesus's teachings. The approach to dealing with wrongs appears different between the two.
Paradox #4
Leviticus 19:17 encourages people to address wrongdoings directly with others, but throughout the Bible, there are also teachings about forgiveness and turning the other cheek. The moral conflict might arise because confronting someone about their wrongdoings could feel like it conflicts with the idea of forgiveness and avoiding retaliation. Balancing when to confront and when to forgive can seem inconsistent.