Contradiction with Proverbs 26:27
This verse, which states "Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein: and he that rolleth a stone, it will return upon him," implies a principle of justice and retribution that contradicts the forgiveness and clemency shown in 2 Samuel 19:18.
Proverbs 26:27: Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein: and he that rolleth a stone, it will return upon him.
Contradiction with Exodus 21:24
The idea of "Eye for eye, tooth for tooth" represents strict retributive justice, contrasting with the pardon and lack of retaliation seen in 2 Samuel 19:18.
Exodus 21:24: Eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot,
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 19:21
"And thine eye shall not pity; life shall go for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot," presents a harsh form of justice, unlike the merciful actions described in 2 Samuel 19:18.
Deuteronomy 19:21: And thine eye shall not pity; [but] life [shall go] for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:38-39
Jesus's teaching "Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil," suggests a new covenant of turning the other cheek, which can both complement and contradict the older testament actions such as those seen in 2 Samuel 19:18 depending on perspective.
Matthew 5:38-39: Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth: