Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
This verse encourages turning the other cheek rather than pursuing vengeance or capturing enemies, contrasting with the martial victory in Judges 8:12.
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.
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
Advises leaving vengeance to God, opposing the self-initiated pursuit and capture in Judges 8:12.
Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Contradiction with Exodus 14:14
Promises that the Lord will fight for the Israelites, unlike the active pursuit by Gideon in Judges 8:12.
Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.
Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22
Suggests waiting for the Lord for deliverance rather than seeking it through one's own capture efforts like in Judges 8:12.
Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
Commands love for enemies, which contrasts with the act of capturing enemy leaders as in Judges 8:12.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
Advises against repaying evil with evil, contrasting with the pursuit and capture of enemies in Judges 8:12.
1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.