Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Matthew 5:44 instructs to love your enemies, which contradicts the anticipation of being delivered to councils and scourged by them as indicated in Matthew 10:17.
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 12:18
Romans 12:18 encourages living peaceably with all men, which contrasts with the expectation of hostility as described in Matthew 10:17.
Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15
This verse advises not to render evil for evil to any man, while Matthew 10:17 suggests facing persecution and adversaries, implying a potential for conflict.
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].
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:25-26
Proverbs 3:25-26 ensures the Lord’s confidence and protection from sudden fear, which may seem contradictory to the imminent threat of persecution presented in Matthew 10:17.
Proverbs 3:25-26: Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh.
Paradox #1
The contradiction might be related to the setting it describes, as some argue that the anticipated persecution by councils and synagogues does not align precisely with the historical context of early Christian experiences, especially in regions outside of Jewish authority. However, this is a matter of interpretation.