Contradiction with Deuteronomy 15:1-2
This verse introduces the concept of the sabbatical year, where debts are to be forgiven, contradicting the idea of repurchasing or redeeming property by making a financial transaction.
Deuteronomy 15:1-2: At the end of [every] seven years thou shalt make a release.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:42
This verse encourages generosity and giving without expecting a return, which contrasts with the transactional nature of redeeming land in Leviticus 25:27.
Matthew 5:42: Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away.
Contradiction with Luke 6:34-35
These verses encourage lending without expecting anything back, differing from redeeming possession through repayment.
Luke 6:34-35: And if ye lend [to them] of whom ye hope to receive, what thank have ye? for sinners also lend to sinners, to receive as much again.
Contradiction with Acts 4:32
The early Christians shared everything in common, which stands in contrast to the individual reclaiming of property described in Leviticus 25:27.
Acts 4:32: And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any [of them] that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things common.
Contradiction with Philippians 2:4
This verse encourages looking out for the interests of others, contrasting the self-focused action of redeeming one’s own property.
Philippians 2:4: Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.
Paradox #1
This verse can raise questions about fairness in financial transactions. It suggests that individuals have the right to reclaim their sold property, which can be seen as inconsistent with modern views on final sales agreements and contractual obligations. It may also conflict with the ideas of permanent change of ownership and personal responsibility for financial decisions.