Contradiction with James 1:19
Judges 8:9 involves a response of retribution, whereas James 1:19 advises being slow to anger.
James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Judges 8:9 suggests revenge, while Matthew 5:44 teaches to love your enemies.
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
Judges 8:9 plans vengeance, contradicting Romans 12:17 that instructs not to repay evil for evil.
Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22
Judges 8:9 has Gideon promising vengeance, whereas Proverbs 20:22 advises waiting on the Lord for deliverance.
Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
Judges 8:9 suggests retaliation, while 1 Peter 3:9 emphasizes blessing instead of retaliating with evil.
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.
Paradox #1
The verse highlights a promise of revenge, which might conflict with moral teachings about forgiveness and avoiding retaliation. It may seem contradictory to messages of peace and reconciliation found elsewhere in biblical teachings.