Contradiction with James 4:7
While Deuteronomy 1:42 warns against going to battle without God's blessing, James 4:7 encourages believers to resist and fight against the devil, implying spiritual warfare is essential and endorsed by God.
James 4:7: Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 20:17
Deuteronomy 1:42 advises not to fight without God's command, but in 2 Chronicles 20:17, God instructs the people to stand still and not fight, promising that He will deliver them without their intervention.
2 Chronicles 20:17: Ye shall not [need] to fight in this [battle]: set yourselves, stand ye [still], and see the salvation of the LORD with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: fear not, nor be dismayed; to morrow go out against them: for the LORD [will be] with you.
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 1:42 might seem to conflict with ideas of unconditional divine support or protection. The verse indicates that sometimes God tells people not to proceed, implying that divine support is conditional based on obedience or circumstances. This can create tension with other parts of the Bible where God's presence is depicted as constantly with his people.