Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
This verse, which states "Thou shalt not kill," contradicts Numbers 31:37, which involves the division of spoils from a conflict that resulted in loss of life.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse teaches to "love your enemies," in contrast to Numbers 31:37, which deals with the outcomes of a military campaign against enemies.
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 taking revenge, saying "Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord," conflicting with the actions taken in Numbers 31.
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 Isaiah 2:4
This verse envisions a time when nations will not take up sword against nation, in direct contrast to the military context of Numbers 31:37.
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 states "for all they that take the sword shall perish with the sword," highlighting a principle against violence compared to the events 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?