Contradiction with Proverbs 15:22
This verse, "Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established," contradicts Judges 20:8, where the Israelites decide as one without seeking counsel.
Proverbs 15:22: Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.
Contradiction with Proverbs 11:14
This verse, "Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety," suggests the importance of multiple counselors, unlike the unilateral decision in Judges 20:8.
Proverbs 11:14: Where no counsel [is], the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors [there is] safety.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33
The verse, "For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints," contrasts with the chaotic and impulsive unity described in Judges 20:8.
1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
Contradiction with James 1:19
This verse, "Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath," encourages patience and listening, contrary to the hasty decision-making in Judges 20:8.
James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 4:13
The verse, "Better is a poor and a wise child than an old and foolish king, who will no more be admonished," contrasts with the collective decision in Judges 20:8 by highlighting the value of wise leadership.
Ecclesiastes 4:13: Better [is] a poor and a wise child than an old and foolish king, who will no more be admonished. [who...: Heb. who knoweth not to be admonished]