Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse teaches to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, which contradicts the idea of being delivered from enemies as a form of divine retaliation or protection indicated in 2 Samuel 22:49.
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 not to seek vengeance but to leave it to God's wrath, which contrasts with the active deliverance from enemies mentioned in 2 Samuel 22:49.
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 Proverbs 25:21-22
These verses suggest feeding and giving drink to your enemy, promoting kindness rather than seeking deliverance from them, opposing the sentiment in 2 Samuel 22:49.
Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28
This verse instructs to love, do good to, and bless your enemies which contrasts the idea of being delivered from them as an adversarial relationship suggested in 2 Samuel 22:49.
Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Paradox #1
2 Samuel 22:49 talks about God saving someone from enemies and bringing vengeance on those who are harmful. The contradiction might come from the idea of seeking revenge versus the broader biblical teachings of forgiveness and love for one's enemies. While some parts of the Bible encourage forgiveness and turning the other cheek, this verse emphasizes protection and retribution, leading to potential inconsistency in how people are taught to treat others.