Contradiction with Deuteronomy 7:25-26
These verses instruct the Israelites to destroy graven images of other gods and are easily defiled by the spoils of war, contradicting the collection and dedication of spoils to the Lord in 1 Chronicles 18:11.
Deuteronomy 7:25-26: The graven images of their gods shall ye burn with fire: thou shalt not desire the silver or gold [that is] on them, nor take [it] unto thee, lest thou be snared therein: for it [is] an abomination to the LORD thy God.
Contradiction with Isaiah 2:7
This verse points out the negative aspect of accumulating silver and gold, contrasting the dedication of such wealth to God in 1 Chronicles 18:11.
Isaiah 2:7: Their land also is full of silver and gold, neither [is there any] end of their treasures; their land is also full of horses, neither [is there any] end of their chariots:
Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20
These verses advise against laying up treasures on earth, whereas 1 Chronicles 18:11 describes the act of dedicating material wealth to God from conquests.
Matthew 6:19-20: 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 6:9-10
These verses warn about the dangers and temptation of wealth, implicitly questioning the accumulation and dedication of spoils as virtuous in 1 Chronicles 18:11.
1 Timothy 6:9-10: But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and [into] many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction or inconsistency with 1 Chronicles 18:11 could relate to differences in the account of King David's conquests and his dedication of spoils to God when compared to similar accounts in other books of the Bible, like 2 Samuel. These differences might include variations in the list of nations defeated or the details of how the spoils were managed. Such discrepancies can lead to debates about the historical accuracy and consistency of these biblical narratives.
Paradox #2
The verse suggests taking treasures from conquered peoples and dedicating them to God. This could be seen as a moral inconsistency because many believe that taking wealth through violence and then offering it as a religious act contradicts the teachings of peace and love in other parts of the Bible.