Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
This verse contradicts Matthew 14:8 by stating "Thou shalt not kill," whereas Matthew 14:8 involves a request that leads to John the Baptist's beheading.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse advocates loving your enemies and doing good to those who hate you, which contrasts with the vengeful request in Matthew 14:8.
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 12:19
This verse advises against seeking personal revenge, which contrasts with the retributive act requested in Matthew 14:8.
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 Proverbs 25:21-22
Encourages showing kindness to enemies, contradicting the request for violence in Matthew 14:8.
Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
Encourages not to repay evil with evil, which is opposing the vindictive action in Matthew 14:8.
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.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:12
The Golden Rule of treating others as you would wish to be treated contradicts the harmful request found in Matthew 14:8.
Matthew 7:12: Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.
Paradox #1
This verse can present a moral conflict because it involves a request for violence that leads to harm and injustice, raising questions about the influence of manipulation, power, and morality.