Contradictions and Paradoxes in Leviticus 24:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Leviticus 24:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Leviticus 24:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God told the people to take someone who had spoken badly about God outside their camp and throw stones at him until he died, and the people did what God had asked. This story shows how important it was to listen to God's rules back then.

Leviticus 24:23: And Moses spake to the children of Israel, that they should bring forth him that had cursed out of the camp, and stone him with stones. And the children of Israel did as the LORD commanded Moses.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 33:11

This verse emphasizes God's desire for the wicked to turn from their ways and live, contrasting with the execution commanded in Leviticus 24:23.

Ezekiel 33:11: Say unto them, [As] I live, saith the Lord GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for why will ye die, O house of Israel?

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Jesus instructs to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, differing from the punitive action taken in Leviticus 24:23.

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 John 8:7

Jesus challenges those without sin to cast the first stone, implying mercy and forgiveness, contrary to the punishment carried out in Leviticus 24:23.

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 Romans 12:19

Paul advises believers not to take revenge but leave room for God's wrath, contrasting with the human-administered punishment in Leviticus 24:23.

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

This verse highlights mercy triumphing over judgment, conflicting with the judgment execution seen in Leviticus 24:23.

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 24:23 deals with the application of capital punishment in the laws given to the Israelites. A potential contradiction could arise when comparing this with the Christian New Testament teachings about forgiveness, mercy, and turning the other cheek, such as those found in Jesus' teachings in the Gospels. The Old Testament law prescribes strict justice, while the New Testament emphasizes forgiveness and love, which might seem inconsistent to some. However, many believe these different teachings reflect the contexts and covenants under which they were given.

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