Leviticus 27:13 Contradictions and Paradoxes

According to Moses, if someone wants to buy back something they gave to God, they need to add a little extra, like adding an extra coin to be fair. It’s a way to show respect and seriousness about what was promised to God.

Contradiction with Luke 12:15

This verse emphasizes the value of a person's life over material possessions, contrasting the concept of monetary redemption in Leviticus 27:13.

Luke 12:15: And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-21

Encourages storing treasures in heaven rather than on earth, opposing the tangible, earthly valuation of things in Leviticus 27:13.

Matthew 6:19-21: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:10

Describes the love of money as the root of all evil, contradicting the monetary focus in Leviticus 27:13.

1 Timothy 6:10: For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows. [erred: or, been seduced]

Contradiction with Matthew 19:21

Advises selling possessions and giving to the poor for spiritual riches, contrary to redeeming possessions for money in Leviticus 27:13.

Matthew 19:21: Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go [and] sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come [and] follow me.

Contradiction with James 5:1-3

Warns the rich about hoarding wealth, conflicting with the emphasis on monetary appraisal in Leviticus 27:13.

James 5:1-3: Go to now, [ye] rich men, weep and howl for your miseries that shall come upon [you].

Contradiction with Acts 20:35

Highlights the virtue of giving over receiving, opposing the transactional nature of redemption in Leviticus 27:13.

Acts 20:35: I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.

Paradox #1

The contradiction in Leviticus 27:13 might arise from the concept of assigning monetary value to something sacred or devoted to God, which could conflict with the belief that spiritual or sacred commitments shouldn't have a price or be redeemable like ordinary goods. This can seem inconsistent with the idea that devotion and offerings to God are matters of faith and heart, not of financial transactions.