Contradiction with Matthew 5:9
While Nahum 3:1 speaks of woe and destruction, Matthew 5:9 blesses peacemakers, contrasting the woes to violent and treacherous cities.
Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Contradiction with Isaiah 2:4
Nahum 3:1 discusses bloodshed and lies in Nineveh, whereas Isaiah 2:4 envisions a future without war, highlighting peace instead of violence.
Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
Contradiction with Romans 12:18
Nahum declares woe due to violence and deceit, but Romans 12:18 advises living peaceably with all men, opposing the negative conduct.
Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
The message of woe in Nahum 3:1 is contrasted by Luke 6:27, which advocates loving enemies and contradicts acts of infliction.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with Proverbs 12:20
Nahum 3:1 pronounces woe for deceit, but Proverbs highlights joy for those who counsel peace, which stands against deceitful practices.
Proverbs 12:20: Deceit [is] in the heart of them that imagine evil: but to the counsellors of peace [is] joy.
Contradiction with James 3:17-18
The turmoil and deceit described in Nahum contrast with the peace, purity, and wisdom promoted by James.
James 3:17-18: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]
Contradiction with Micah 4:3
Nahum warns of ongoing violence, while Micah envisions a cessation of war, promoting peace contrary to destruction.
Micah 4:3: And he shall judge among many people, and rebuke strong nations afar off; and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up a sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
Paradox #1
Nahum 3:1 describes the city of Nineveh as full of lies and violence. A potential contradiction here may arise if one considers the broader biblical message of forgiveness and redemption. While some parts of the Bible emphasize mercy and the chance for repentance, this verse focuses on condemnation without mentioning the possibility of redemption. This could be seen as inconsistent with the message that forgiveness is always available.