Contradictions and Paradoxes in Leviticus 24:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Leviticus 24:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Leviticus 24:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, if someone kills an animal that is not theirs, they must replace it with another animal. This teaches us to be fair and make things right if we hurt something.

Leviticus 24:18: And he that killeth a beast shall make it good; beast for beast. [beast for...: Heb. life for life]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Leviticus 24:18 advocates for a principle of retribution ('life for life'), while Matthew 5:39 advises to 'resist not evil' and to turn the other cheek.

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

Leviticus 24:18 suggests direct retaliation, whereas Romans 12:19 instructs not to avenge, but to leave vengeance to God.

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 Thessalonians 5:15

Leviticus 24:18 implies recompense for harm, in contrast, 1 Thessalonians 5:15 urges to seek no retaliation and pursue good for all.

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].

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Leviticus 24:18 promotes the principle of equal retribution for harm, while Proverbs 20:22 advises against saying "I will recompense evil," suggesting waiting for the Lord for deliverance.

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

Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28

Leviticus 24:18 speaks of equitable retribution, whereas Luke 6:27-28 encourages loving enemies and blessing those who curse you.

Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
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