Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17
This verse advises not to rejoice when an enemy falls, contrasting with the triumph over enemies implied in Psalms 27:2.
Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse teaches to love your enemies, which contradicts the theme of desire for the downfall of one's enemies in Psalms 27:2.
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 encourages kindness to enemies, opposing Psalms 27:2’s focus on the destruction of foes.
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 Exodus 23:4-5
These verses instruct helping an enemy, which contrasts with the expectation of their failure and fall in Psalms 27:2.
Exodus 23:4-5: If thou meet thine enemy's ox or his ass going astray, thou shalt surely bring it back to him again.
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22
These verses promote feeding and caring for an enemy, contradicting the nature of enemies stumbling and falling in Psalms 27:2.
Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink: