Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
Numbers 35:19 allows for the taking of life in the case of vengeance for murder, while Exodus 20:13 clearly states "Thou shalt not kill," suggesting a prohibition against taking life.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:38-39
Numbers 35:19 endorses a form of retaliatory justice, but Matthew 5:38-39 emphasizes turning the other cheek and not seeking revenge.
Matthew 5:38-39: Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth:
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
Numbers 35:19 supports personal vengeance, whereas Romans 12:19 advises against repaying evil with evil and leaving vengeance to God.
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 20:22
Numbers 35:19 implies personal retribution, but Proverbs 20:22 advises against saying "I will recompense evil," instead encouraging one to wait for the Lord's deliverance.
Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
Contradiction with Leviticus 19:18
Numbers 35:19's implication of personal vengeance contrasts with the instruction in Leviticus 19:18 to not take vengeance or bear a grudge against others.
Leviticus 19:18: Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I [am] the LORD.
Paradox #1
Numbers 35:19 talks about the avenger of blood, which can be seen as inconsistent with the teachings of forgiveness and mercy found in the New Testament, like Jesus' teachings to love your enemies and turn the other cheek. This can create a tension between the Old Testament emphasis on justice and the New Testament emphasis on forgiveness.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction with Numbers 35:19 might arise when compared to verses that promote forgiveness and mercy. For example, teachings in the New Testament, such as Jesus' emphasis on turning the other cheek and forgiving others, could seem inconsistent with the directive to take direct retribution, as implied in Numbers 35:19. This could create a conflict between the Old Testament concept of justice and the New Testament focus on mercy and forgiveness.
Paradox #3
The potential contradiction in this context could relate to the ideas of justice and morality, which are generally seen as philosophical or ethical issues rather than scientific ones. Science focuses on understanding the natural world, while questions about justice involve social and cultural values, which can vary greatly across societies and are not governed by scientific principles.
Paradox #4
Numbers 35:19 talks about the avenger of blood executing justice on a murderer. The moral conflict may arise from the idea of endorsing personal revenge, which could contradict teachings about forgiveness and letting God handle justice. This can be seen as inconsistent with the New Testament teachings about loving enemies and not seeking personal vengeance.