Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse teaches to love your enemies, while Judges 9:19 speaks of dealing truly with those who supported Abimelech's violent rise to power.
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 to repay no one evil for evil, contrasting with Judges 9:19, which justifies actions based on prior conduct.
Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22
Advises to wait for the Lord's deliverance instead of taking matters into one's own hand, conflicting with the implied approval of Abimelech's actions in Judges 9:19.
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
Instructs to do good to those who hate you, which contrasts with the retributive sentiment in Judges 9:19.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15
Encourages not to repay evil with evil, in opposition to the principle implied in Judges 9:19.
1 Thessalonians 5:15: See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].
Paradox #1
This verse talks about actions being right or sincere. The contradiction or inconsistency might arise from the context of following one's own judgment of what is right, even if it conflicts with other ethical teachings in the Bible. It suggests weighing one's actions against a standard of sincerity, which might not always align with broader moral guidelines.