Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17
This verse advises not to rejoice when an enemy falls, which contradicts the joy implied in Obadiah 1:11 over another's misfortune.
Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Encourages loving and blessing enemies, contrasting with the condemnatory tone towards Edom for their actions against their brother Jacob.
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 12:20
Advises feeding and caring for enemies, whereas Obadiah 1:11 criticizes Edom for standing aloof and not helping.
Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.
Contradiction with Proverbs 17:5
Warns against gloating over disaster, contradicting the behavior criticized in Obadiah 1:11.
Proverbs 17:5: Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker: [and] he that is glad at calamities shall not be unpunished. [unpunished: Heb. held innocent]
Paradox #1
The moral conflict in Obadiah 1:11 could be seen as the tension between loyalty and betrayal. When people do not help their relatives or neighbors in times of trouble, it raises questions about their moral duty to support others. This can be seen as a conflict between being a good neighbor or ally and choosing not to intervene in someone else's hardship.