Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Makes a case for loving enemies and praying for persecutors, contrasting the judgment aspect in Lamentations 3:59.
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
Encourages leaving vengeance to God, contrasting with the direct plea for judgment.
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 James 2:13
States that mercy triumphs over judgment, which contrasts with the theme of God seeing and judging wrongs in Lamentations.
James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
Contradiction with Matthew 6:14-15
Emphasizes forgiving others to be forgiven, which can contradict a focus on judgment.
Matthew 6:14-15: For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:
Contradiction with 1 Peter 4:8
Highlights that love covers a multitude of sins, in contrast to the explicit view of wrongdoing in Lamentations 3:59.
1 Peter 4:8: And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins. [shall: or, will]
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction or conflict in Lamentations 3:59 could arise from the idea of divine justice versus human justice. If someone believes that justice should be served immediately by human means, they might struggle with the notion of waiting for divine intervention or judgment. This could lead to questions about the fairness and timing of justice, especially when wrongdoings seem to go unpunished in the present moment.