Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Encourages love and prayer for enemies, contradicting the call for a replacement.
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 12:14
Advises blessing those who persecute you, contrasting with the desire for another's removal.
Romans 12:14: Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.
Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28
Urges to do good and pray for those who mistreat, opposing the intent for another's position to be taken.
Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17
Warns against rejoicing when an enemy falls, conflicting with the wish implied in seeking replacement.
Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:32
Calls for kindness and forgiveness, differing from the connotation of wanting someone replaced.
Ephesians 4:32: And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
Advises not to repay evil for evil, which is at odds with wishing another’s position to be vacant.
1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict could be that wishing harm or misfortune upon someone might seem at odds with other teachings in the Bible that promote forgiveness, love, and kindness towards others, including enemies. This potential contradiction arises because different parts of the Bible advocate for both justice and mercy, which can sometimes appear conflicting.