Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Jesus teaches to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, which contrasts with the act of defeating enemies in 2 Samuel 22:42.
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 12:20
Paul advises feeding your enemy when they are hungry and giving them drink when thirsty, conflicting with the theme of destruction of enemies.
Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.
Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17
Advises not to rejoice when your enemy falls, which contradicts the theme of triumph over enemies.
Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
Instructs to do good to those who hate you, opposing the notion of overcoming enemies with violence in 2 Samuel 22:42.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with Romans 12:21
Advises overcoming evil with good, clashing with the idea of overpowering enemies through force.
Romans 12:21: Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.
Paradox #1
This verse might be seen as conflicting with the broader teachings of forgiveness and compassion. It speaks about enemies calling for help and not receiving it, which could be seen as inconsistent with the idea of showing mercy or love to one's enemies. Such a stance might contradict the general theme of forgiveness highlighted in other parts of the Bible.