Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
This verse commands "Thou shalt not kill," which contradicts the context of violence and death in Numbers 31.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse instructs to "love your enemies," in contrast with the capture and treatment of enemies in Numbers 31.
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 Isaiah 2:4
This verse speaks of turning swords into plowshares, promoting peace, contrary to the warfare in Numbers 31.
Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
Contradiction with Matthew 26:52
This verse advises that "they that take the sword shall perish with the sword," presenting a principle against warfare seen in Numbers 31.
Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
Contradiction with Romans 12:17
This verse advises against repaying evil with evil, opposing the vengeance seen in Numbers 31.
Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict could arise from the ethical considerations of violence and treatment of people in the context of war. The events described may raise questions about justice, mercy, and the treatment of human beings.