Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Deuteronomy 2:4 advises the Israelites to avoid hostility with the descendants of Esau, while Matthew 5:44 teaches to love your enemies, suggesting a more proactive form of engagement rather than mere avoidance.
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
While Deuteronomy 2:4 instructs the Israelites not to contend with Esau's descendants, Romans 12:20 encourages feeding one's enemy, advocating a more positive and active approach to those viewed as adversaries.
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 Exodus 23:22
Deuteronomy 2:4 suggests avoidance of conflict, whereas Exodus 23:22 implies a direct response where God will be an adversary to your enemies if you obey Him.
Exodus 23:22: But if thou shalt indeed obey his voice, and do all that I speak; then I will be an enemy unto thine enemies, and an adversary unto thine adversaries. [an adversary...: or, I will afflict them that afflict thee]
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21
Deuteronomy 2:4 calls for merely passing through Esau's land without conflict, unlike Proverbs 25:21 which advises providing for your enemy if they are hungry, indicating a generous approach rather than just non-confrontation.
Proverbs 25:21: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink: