Contradiction with Matthew 5:9
Judges 5:15 speaks about divisions and conflicts among the tribes, while Matthew 5:9 emphasizes peacemaking, encouraging unity rather than division.
Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:10
This verse calls for no divisions among believers, directly contrasting the divisions noted in Judges 5:15.
1 Corinthians 1:10: Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and [that] there be no divisions among you; but [that] ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. [divisions: Gr. schisms]
Contradiction with James 3:16
James highlights the problems caused by envy and strife, which aligns with the discord in Judges 5:15 but contradicts the idea of harmony.
James 3:16: For where envying and strife [is], there [is] confusion and every evil work. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
Contradiction with Philippians 2:2
This verse urges believers to be like-minded and united, which contradicts the separations mentioned in Judges 5:15.
Philippians 2:2: Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, [being] of one accord, of one mind.
Paradox #1
Some scholars believe there might be a contradiction or inconsistency in Judges 5:15 when compared to other biblical texts because the verse suggests a prominent role of certain tribes in a battle. However, other parts of the Bible might not mention these tribes as having played as significant a role in the same events. This could lead to questions about the accuracy or consistency of the account across different passages.