Contradiction with Deuteronomy 23:19
This verse allows for taking interest from a stranger, which contradicts Leviticus 25:36's prohibition of usury.
Deuteronomy 23:19: Thou shalt not lend upon usury to thy brother; usury of money, usury of victuals, usury of any thing that is lent upon usury:
Contradiction with Matthew 25:27
Suggests that earning interest is a reasonable expectation, conflicting with Leviticus 25:36's stance against usury.
Matthew 25:27: Thou oughtest therefore to have put my money to the exchangers, and [then] at my coming I should have received mine own with usury.
Contradiction with Luke 19:23
Implies that collecting interest is prudent, contradicting the prohibition in Leviticus 25:36.
Luke 19:23: Wherefore then gavest not thou my money into the bank, that at my coming I might have required mine own with usury? [money: Gr. silver]
Paradox #1
Leviticus 25:36 advises not charging interest on loans to fellow Israelites. The potential conflict might arise when compared to other parts of the Bible that discuss lending with interest to foreigners (Deuteronomy 23:20). This could be seen as inconsistent in terms of moral guidelines on lending and interest, especially considering universal moral principles applied today.
Paradox #2
A contradiction or conflict could arise when comparing the prohibition on charging interest to fellow Israelites with other economic practices that allow for interest or profit-making in today's society. This may seem inconsistent with the prevailing systems of modern capitalism, where charging interest is commonplace and often necessary for financial transactions and economic growth. This contrast between ancient rules and modern practices might be viewed as a conflict or inconsistency in applying these principles today.