Contradiction with Matthew 6:1
Encourages discreet practice of righteousness, seemingly opposing the act of openly lifting hearts and hands towards God as stated in Lamentations 3:41.
Matthew 6:1: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:8
Suggests praying everywhere with lifted hands, which could be seen as contradicting the specific call to lift hearts and hands in unity as stated in Lamentations 3:41.
1 Timothy 2:8: I will therefore that men pray every where, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting.
Contradiction with James 4:8
Encourages internal cleansing and purifying one's heart, which contrasts with the outward gesture of lifting hands and hearts suggested in Lamentations 3:41.
James 4:8: Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse [your] hands, [ye] sinners; and purify [your] hearts, [ye] double minded.
Contradiction with Isaiah 29:13
Warns against worship that is only outward and not from the heart, highlighting a potential contradiction with the outward act of lifting hands in Lamentations 3:41.
Isaiah 29:13: Wherefore the Lord said, Forasmuch as this people draw near [me] with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men: