Contradiction with Genesis 50:20
This verse speaks about turning evil intentions into good, while Psalms 119:78 wishes for shame upon the proud for their wrongdoing.
Genesis 50:20: But as for you, ye thought evil against me; [but] God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as [it is] this day, to save much people alive.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse instructs to love and pray for enemies, contrasting the desire for the proud to be ashamed in Psalms 119:78.
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
Advises to feed and help enemies, opposing the wish for their shame in Psalms 119:78.
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 Luke 6:36
Encourages being merciful, whereas Psalms 119:78 calls for shame upon the proud.
Luke 6:36: Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
Advises not returning evil or insult, conflicting with the wish for disgrace upon the proud in Psalms 119:78.
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 Proverbs 25:21-22
Recommends kindness to enemies to heap coals of shame, whereas Psalms 119:78 directly desires shame without the connotation of kindness.
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 119:78 talks about wishing that those who wrongfully hurt the speaker are put to shame, while the speaker plans to continue following righteous teachings. A contradiction could arise because it suggests holding onto resentment or hoping for the downfall of others instead of forgiving them, which might conflict with other biblical principles of forgiveness and loving your enemies.