Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
It contradicts the principle that externals, such as "mighty men of valour" (1 Chronicles 7:40), are most significant, by emphasizing the importance of the heart over appearances.
1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:5
It contradicts the emphasis on warrior might, suggesting the meek shall inherit the earth instead of the mighty.
Matthew 5:5: Blessed [are] the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:32
It contradicts by valuing self-control over physical valor, suggesting inner strength is superior to external might.
Proverbs 16:32: [He that is] slow to anger [is] better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.
Contradiction with Isaiah 2:4
It contradicts the focus on warriors and valor by envisioning a future where nations turn their instruments of war into tools for peace.
Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
Contradiction with Zechariah 4:6
It contradicts reliance on might by stating that success comes not by might nor power, but by the Spirit.
Zechariah 4:6: Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This [is] the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. [might: or, army]
Contradiction with Matthew 26:52
It contradicts the emphasis on valorous men by warning that those who live by the sword will perish by it.
Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
Contradiction with Psalms 33:16-17
It contradicts the reliance on mighty warriors by asserting that safety does not come from strength or valor.
Psalms 33:16-17: There is no king saved by the multitude of an host: a mighty man is not delivered by much strength.