Contradiction with Exodus 20:15
"Thou shalt not steal" contradicts the notion of commandeering someone else's property without explicit permission.
Exodus 20:15: Thou shalt not steal.
Contradiction with Romans 13:1-2
These verses emphasize obeying governing authorities, potentially conflicting with taking property on divine authority without human approval.
Romans 13:1-2: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:13
Advocates for submission to human ordinances, contrasting with asserting God's authority for taking the colt.
1 Peter 2:13: Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 4:11
Encourages people to mind their own business and work with their hands, which could oppose the idea of claiming someone's property based on divine right.
1 Thessalonians 4:11: And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you;
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:27
Advises not to withhold good from those to whom it is due, emphasizing rightful ownership potentially conflicting with acting on divine command.
Proverbs 3:27: Withhold not good from them to whom it is due, when it is in the power of thine hand to do [it]. [them...: Heb. the owners thereof]