Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
This verse, "Thou shalt not kill," contradicts the context of Numbers 31:26, which involves taking a census of spoils from warfare, implying killing.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse, "But I say unto you, Love your enemies," opposes the actions associated with war and conflict in Numbers 31:26.
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 Matthew 7:12
This verse, "Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," contradicts the taking and handling of spoils implying consent which is not present in Numbers 31:26.
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.
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
This verse, "But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you," contradicts the hostile context in Numbers 31:26.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with Romans 12:17
"Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men," contradicts the justification of war spoils in Numbers 31:26.
Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
"Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath," is contrary to the repercussions towards enemies implied in Numbers 31:26.
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 James 4:1-2
These verses address the cause of conflicts, suggesting peace, contrasting with the wartime context in Numbers 31:26.
James 4:1-2: From whence [come] wars and fightings among you? [come they] not hence, [even] of your lusts that war in your members? [fightings: or, brawlings] [lusts: or, pleasures]