Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Contradicts 1 Kings 2:39 by instructing believers to love their enemies, potentially clashing with any notion of vengeance or enforcement seen in the actions surrounding 1 Kings 2:39.
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 Romans 12:19
Contradicts 1 Kings 2:39 as it advises against taking personal vengeance, suggesting that vengeance belongs to the Lord, whereas 1 Kings 2:39’s context involves personal retribution and enforcement.
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 Exodus 20:13
Contradicts 1 Kings 2:39 in the principle of not killing, which can conflict with capital measures seen in 1 Kings 2:39’s narrative.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with James 3:17
Contradicts 1 Kings 2:39 as it advocates for peace and mercy, which might contrast with the punitive actions related to 1 Kings 2:39.
James 3:17: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]