Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse, which advises loving and doing good to enemies, contradicts the retributive nature of Deuteronomy 19:11.
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
This verse encourages leaving vengeance to God, contrasting with the human-inflicted justice in Deuteronomy 19:11.
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 Luke 6:27
Here, the instruction to love enemies and do good to those who hate you contradicts the punitive approach in Deuteronomy 19:11.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22
Advises feeding and giving drink to your enemy, opposing the theme of punishment found in Deuteronomy 19:11.
Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15
Instructs to not render evil for evil, differing from the retaliatory justice of Deuteronomy 19:11.
1 Thessalonians 5:15: See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].
Paradox #1
The moral conflict in this verse might arise from the harsh punishment it prescribes, which might seem inconsistent with themes of forgiveness and mercy found elsewhere in religious teachings. It could be seen as emphasizing justice over compassion.