Contradictions and Paradoxes in Leviticus 26:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Leviticus 26:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Leviticus 26:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God promises that if the people follow His rules, they will be strong and brave, and their enemies will run away and lose. This means God will help them be safe and win against those who try to hurt them.

Leviticus 26:7: And ye shall chase your enemies, and they shall fall before you by the sword.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Leviticus 26:7 promises victory over enemies, while Matthew 5:39 instructs to turn the other cheek instead of fighting.

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 26:7 encourages defeating enemies, whereas Romans 12:19 teaches not to avenge ourselves but leave room for God's wrath.

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 Proverbs 25:21-22

Leviticus 26:7 speaks of overcoming enemies, while Proverbs 25:21-22 advises feeding an enemy if he is hungry.

Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Leviticus 26:7 focuses on defeating adversaries, but Matthew 5:44 preaches love and prayer for enemies.

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 1 Peter 3:9

Leviticus 26:7 suggests vanquishing foes, whereas 1 Peter 3:9 urges not to repay evil for evil.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.

Paradox #1

Leviticus 26:7 talks about defeating enemies. The potential moral conflict here could be the contrast between promoting peace and love versus encouraging conflict and violence. In some religious teachings, there is an emphasis on loving others and promoting harmony, which might seem at odds with the concept of defeating or triumphing over enemies as described in this context.

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