Contradictions and Paradoxes in Leviticus 26:32

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Leviticus 26:32 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Leviticus 26:32. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Leviticus, God is saying that if the people don't listen to Him, He will make their land empty and sad, and even their enemies will be surprised and shocked when they see it. It's like a warning to remind them to be good and do what God asks.

Leviticus 26:32: And I will bring the land into desolation: and your enemies which dwell therein shall be astonished at it.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

While Leviticus 26:32 speaks of desolation, Jeremiah 29:11 promises plans of peace and a hopeful future.

Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:1-2

Leviticus 26:32 focuses on destruction, but Isaiah 40:1-2 speaks of comfort and pardon for iniquity.

Isaiah 40:1-2: Comfort ye, comfort ye my people, saith your God.

Contradiction with Psalm 91:10

Leviticus 26:32 talks about desolation upon land, whereas Psalm 91:10 assures that no evil will befall you.

Psalm 91:10: There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Contrasting with desolation in Leviticus 26:32, Isaiah 41:10 offers a promise of God's strength, help, and preservation.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 36:33-35

Leviticus 26:32 foretells of land laid waste, yet Ezekiel 36:33-35 promises restoration and reclamation of ruins.

Ezekiel 36:33-35: Thus saith the Lord GOD; In the day that I shall have cleansed you from all your iniquities I will also cause [you] to dwell in the cities, and the wastes shall be builded.

Paradox #1

Leviticus 26:32 might seem contradictory when compared to God's promise of restoration and blessing elsewhere in the Bible. While Leviticus mentions desolation as a form of punishment, other passages emphasize God's enduring promise to restore and bless the people after repentance. This can appear inconsistent with the idea of a permanently desolate land.

Paradox #2

This verse might be seen as conflicting with the idea of a loving and compassionate God, as it discusses punishment and desolation. Some might see a contradiction between this portrayal of God and the New Testament emphasis on forgiveness and love.

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