Contradiction with Matthew 26:52
Jesus tells Peter to put the sword away, stating that all who take the sword will perish by it, emphasizing the rejection of violence, but not explicitly mentioning the acceptance of God's will as in John 18:11.
Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
Contradiction with Luke 22:36
Jesus instructs his disciples to buy a sword, which could be seen as endorsing preparedness for self-defense, contrasting with the passive acceptance of fate in John 18:11.
Luke 22:36: Then said he unto them, But now, he that hath a purse, let him take [it], and likewise [his] scrip: and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
Jesus teaches to not resist an evil person and to turn the other cheek, suggesting non-violence, whereas John 18:11 focuses on submission to God's will rather than a direct teaching on non-violence.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in John 18:11 could be seen in the tension between non-violence and self-defense. Jesus tells Peter to put away his sword, suggesting a message of non-violence and acceptance of destiny. This may seem inconsistent with the idea of defending oneself or others when in danger, which is a common moral instinct. Thus, the conflict lies in choosing between pacifism and the defense of oneself or others.