Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Jesus instructs to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, contrasting with the directive to destroy enemies in Deuteronomy 20:13.
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
Advises to feed your enemy if they are hungry and give them drink if they are thirsty, opposing the command to strike down the city in Deuteronomy 20:13.
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 25:21-22
Encourages providing for your enemy if they are in need, contrasting with the violent conquest in Deuteronomy 20:13.
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 Luke 6:27
Calls to love your enemies and to do good to those who hate you, contradicting the instruction for warfare in Deuteronomy 20:13.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
The commandment "Thou shalt not kill" stands in contradiction to the acts of killing described in Deuteronomy 20:13.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 20:13 has been interpreted by some as supporting wartime practices that are harsh, which could contradict other biblical teachings of love, mercy, and compassion found in the New Testament. This might create a perceived inconsistency between Old Testament laws and the messages of peace and forgiveness taught by Jesus.
Paradox #2
This verse deals with warfare and the treatment of enemies, which can conflict with other biblical messages about love and forgiveness. It raises questions about reconciling directives for peace and compassion with instructions for violence.
Paradox #3
One possible contradiction in this verse is related to the treatment of conquered peoples. It raises questions about the morality of violence and warfare, especially in terms of mercy and justice. The verse might conflict with more universal ethical teachings that emphasize compassion and the sanctity of human life.