Contradiction with John 8:7
Jesus advocates for forgiveness, stating, "He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone," which contradicts the death penalty prescribed in Leviticus 20:27.
John 8:7: So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:1
"Judge not, that ye be not judged" goes against the act of passing judgment leading to execution as prescribed in Leviticus 20:27.
Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.
Contradiction with Luke 6:36
"Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful" suggests mercy over the harsh punishment found in Leviticus 20:27.
Luke 6:36: Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
"Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord," contradicts individuals executing judgment as demanded in Leviticus 20:27.
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 James 2:13
"For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment" contradicts the lack of mercy in Leviticus 20:27.
James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
Paradox #1
Leviticus 20:27 could be seen as contradictory or inconsistent with teachings in the New Testament that emphasize forgiveness, love, and non-judgment, such as the teachings of Jesus about loving your enemies and turning the other cheek. The severe punishment prescribed in this verse clashes with the more forgiving and compassionate messages found later in the Bible.
Paradox #2
Leviticus 20:27 refers to punishing those who practice witchcraft or are mediums. A potential contradiction could be with the New Testament emphasis on love, forgiveness, and the idea of not judging others, such as in the teachings of Jesus about loving your enemies and turning the other cheek. This could create a tension between the Old Testament laws and the New Testament's message of mercy and forgiveness.
Paradox #3
This verse has been seen as a contradiction with the more compassionate elements of religious teaching. While some parts of religious texts emphasize love, forgiveness, and redemption, this verse has been interpreted as endorsing capital punishment, which can seem inconsistent with those themes. Additionally, the verse highlights historical practices that are no longer accepted in modern societies, showing a conflict between ancient laws and contemporary ethical standards.
Paradox #4
The conflict with science in this verse is related to its approach to dealing with perceived interactions with the supernatural. Science relies on evidence, reason, and testable explanations, whereas this verse prescribes severe punishment based on spiritual or supernatural beliefs, which cannot be proven or measured scientifically.
Paradox #5
Moral inconsistency might arise from the conflict between the severity of punishment prescribed and the modern value of compassion and human rights. The harsh treatment contrasts with contemporary views on justice and mercy.