Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Judges 20:25 describes a physical battle and defeat, whereas Matthew 5:44 teaches to love enemies and pray for persecutors, suggesting a different approach to conflict.
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 20:13
Judges 20:25 involves killing in battle, while Exodus 20:13 explicitly commands "Thou shalt not kill," highlighting a command against taking life.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Romans 12:21
Judges 20:25 depicts overcoming by force in battle, whereas Romans 12:21 emphasizes overcoming evil with good, opposing the use of violence for victory.
Romans 12:21: Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.
Paradox #1
This verse describes a situation where the Israelites face defeat despite their belief that they were fighting a righteous cause. The moral conflict here could be the contradiction between the idea of a just cause and the reality of failure, raising questions about divine justice or support in battles that are deemed morally or religiously justified.