Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
This verse commands "Thou shalt not kill," contradicting any implication of violence in the broader context of Judges 21.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse encourages loving your enemies, which contradicts the warlike and hostile actions in the context of Judges 21.
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 12:17
This verse advises not to repay evil for evil, contrasting with the retaliatory and conflict-driven actions in the surrounding narrative of Judges 21.
Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33
This verse states that God is not the author of confusion, which can contradict the chaotic and morally complex decisions in Judges 21.
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 Proverbs 3:7
This verse advises not to be wise in one's own eyes, contrasting with the tribes’ self-guided resolutions in Judges 21.
Proverbs 3:7: Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil.