Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Esther 8:5 seeks to counteract a decree with potentially violent consequences by requesting the destruction of enemies, whereas Matthew 5:44 encourages loving enemies and doing good to those who hate you.
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 Exodus 14:14
Esther 8:5 involves seeking authorization for the Jews to take action themselves, while Exodus 14:14 emphasizes letting the Lord fight for you and remaining still.
Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
Esther 8:5 involves a request for revenge or protection by their own hands, whereas Romans 12:19 instructs believers to leave vengeance to God.
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 Proverbs 20:22
Esther 8:5 is about seeking justice through an earthly king's decree, whereas Proverbs 20:22 advises waiting for the Lord's salvation instead of repaying evil.
Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
Esther 8:5 seeks retribution against enemies, while 1 Peter 3:9 advises not to repay evil for evil but to bless instead.
1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.