Contradiction with Psalm 103:8
This verse speaks of the Lord being merciful and gracious, which contrasts with the depiction in Nahum 2:13 where God is portrayed as fierce and destructive.
Psalm 103:8: The LORD [is] merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. [plentious...: Heb. great in mercy]
Contradiction with 1 John 4:8
It states that God is love, which contradicts Nahum 2:13's portrayal of God as an avenger.
1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
Contradiction with Isaiah 54:10
This verse depicts God's kindness and peace, whereas Nahum 2:13 describes His wrath.
Isaiah 54:10: For the mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the LORD that hath mercy on thee.
Contradiction with James 1:17
Describes God as the giver of all good things, contradicting the destructive tone of Nahum 2:13.
James 1:17: Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
Contradiction with John 3:16
Emphasizes God's love for the world, contrasting with Nahum's focus on destruction.
John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 33:11
Expresses God's lack of pleasure in the death of the wicked, which conflicts with Nahum 2:13's depiction of divine vengeance.
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 Matthew 5:44-45
Encourages love for enemies, differing from the punishment theme in Nahum 2:13.
Matthew 5:44-45: 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;
Paradox #1
Nahum 2:13 speaks about God's wrath and destruction against enemies, which can seem to contradict the message of love and forgiveness taught in other parts of the Bible, especially in the teachings of Jesus. This might create a conflict between the ideas of justice and mercy.