Contradiction with Exodus 20:14
Prohibits adultery, which contrasts with taking a captive woman as outlined in Deuteronomy 21:11.
Exodus 20:14: Thou shalt not commit adultery.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Commands to love enemies, contrasting with taking captives in warfare.
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 Galatians 3:28
States equality in Christ, contrasting with the unequal status of a captive woman.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 7:39
Encourages marriage after widowhood rather than taking captive women.
1 Corinthians 7:39: The wife is bound by the law as long as her husband liveth; but if her husband be dead, she is at liberty to be married to whom she will; only in the Lord.
Contradiction with Ephesians 5:25
Calls for love towards wives, contradicting the notion of taking a captive woman as property.
Ephesians 5:25: Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;
Paradox #1
This verse might raise concerns about morality and the treatment of women, as it describes capturing a woman in war and taking her as a wife. This could appear inconsistent with principles of love, respect, and consent found elsewhere in the Bible.
Paradox #2
The historical conflict with this verse is that it reflects ancient customs about the treatment of women during wartime, which can conflict with modern views on human rights and gender equality. These practices may seem inconsistent with contemporary ethical standards.
Paradox #3
The contradiction or conflict could be seen in how the verse deals with capturing women during war, which may clash with modern views on consent and human rights. It permits taking a captive woman as a wife, which conflicts with contemporary values of personal autonomy and consensual relationships.