Contradictions and Paradoxes in Nahum 1:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Nahum 1:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Nahum 1:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Nahum, this verse tells us that someone is coming with happy news and peace, and the people should celebrate and keep their promises because bad people won't bother them anymore. It means that God will protect them and keep them safe from harm.

Nahum 1:15: Behold upon the mountains the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace! O Judah, keep thy solemn feasts, perform thy vows: for the wicked shall no more pass through thee; he is utterly cut off. [keep...: Heb. feast] [the wicked: Heb. Belial]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs to love your enemies and bless them, whereas Nahum 1:15 celebrates the downfall of 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 Romans 12:20

This verse advises feeding and aiding your enemy, contradicting the joy over the enemy's demise in Nahum 1:15.

Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

This verse warns against rejoicing when your enemy falls, opposing the celebratory tone in Nahum 1:15.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21

Encourages showing kindness to your enemies, unlike Nahum 1:15, which celebrates their defeat.

Proverbs 25:21: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
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