Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
Habakkuk 3:9 implies wielding weapons, but Matthew 5:39 advocates not resisting evil and turning the other cheek, suggesting non-violence.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Contradiction with Exodus 14:14
Habakkuk 3:9 mentions preparation of the bow for battle, while Exodus 14:14 emphasizes that the Lord shall fight for you, suggesting trust over personal armament.
Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.
Contradiction with Isaiah 2:4
Habakkuk 3:9 shows readiness for war, Isaiah 2:4 prophesies turning swords into plowshares, indicating a future without war.
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 Romans 12:19
Habakkuk 3:9 suggests arms bearing, whereas Romans 12:19 advises against vengeance, leaving it to God.
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 20:22
Habakkuk 3:9 depicts preparation for conflict; Proverbs 20:22 advises waiting on the Lord and not repaying evil.
Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.