Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Psalms 109:17 calls for cursing, while Matthew 5:44 teaches to love enemies and bless those who curse you.
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 12:14
Psalms 109:17 wishes ill, but Romans 12:14 instructs to bless those who persecute you.
Romans 12:14: Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.
Contradiction with Luke 6:28
Psalms 109:17 desires cursing, whereas Luke 6:28 encourages blessing those who curse you.
Luke 6:28: Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
Psalms 109:17 endorses cursing, yet 1 Peter 3:9 advises not to repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing.
1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
Contradiction with James 3:10
Psalms 109:17 supports cursing, but James 3:10 emphasizes that blessing and cursing should not come from the same mouth.
James 3:10: Out of the same mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not so to be.
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22
Psalms 109:17 promotes cursing others, while Proverbs 25:21-22 advises giving food to your enemy when hungry.
Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
Paradox #1
Psalms 109:17 suggests that someone who loves to curse will be cursed themselves. A possible contradiction is that this seems inconsistent with the idea of forgiveness and redemption that is central to Christian teachings. If God is forgiving and offers redemption, the idea of someone being cursed for their actions could be seen as conflicting with the notion of mercy and the opportunity for repentance.
Paradox #2
Psalms 109:17 is sometimes seen as harsh or contradictory to teachings about love and forgiveness found elsewhere in the Bible, such as in the New Testament where believers are encouraged to bless their enemies and not curse them. This can seem inconsistent with messages about love and mercy.
Paradox #3
Psalms 109:17 mentions cursing others, which can be seen as conflicting with broader biblical teachings about love and kindness, such as the call to love your neighbor and bless those who curse you. This can create a contradiction between seeking retribution and the ideal of forgiving and treating others with compassion.