Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Nahum 1:10 talks about the destruction of adversaries, whereas Matthew 5:44 advocates for loving and praying for enemies.
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 Ezekiel 33:11
Nahum 1:10 implies punishment and wrath, but Ezekiel 33:11 expresses that God takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked and desires them to turn from their ways.
Ezekiel 33:11: Say unto them, [As] I live, saith the Lord GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for why will ye die, O house of Israel?
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
Nahum 1:10 illustrates divine retribution, while Romans 12:19 instructs believers not to avenge themselves but leave room for God's wrath.
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 2 Peter 3:9
Nahum 1:10 reflects immediate judgment, whereas 2 Peter 3:9 emphasizes God's patience and desire for all to come to repentance.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with Luke 6:35
Nahum 1:10 focuses on the punishment of enemies, contrary to Luke 6:35, which encourages love for enemies and doing good to them.
Luke 6:35: But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and [to] the evil.
Paradox #1
The contradiction in Nahum 1:10 could lie in the depiction of divine retribution and harsh judgment. Some might see a conflict between the concept of a loving and merciful God and the severe punishment described. This raises questions about justice and compassion.