Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
While Psalms 48:12 speaks of counting and fortifying the towers, Matthew 5:39 promotes non-resistance, contrasting the idea of physical fortification with a stance of pacifism.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Contradiction with Luke 14:33
Psalms 48:12 emphasizes valuing and accounting for physical structures, whereas Luke 14:33 advises forsaking all possessions, indicating a disregard for material fortification.
Luke 14:33: So likewise, whosoever he be of you that forsaketh not all that he hath, he cannot be my disciple.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:7
Psalms 48:12 highlights accounting for strongholds, yet 1 Timothy 6:7 underscores that nothing physical is taken from this world, suggesting the futility of earthly constructions.
1 Timothy 6:7: For we brought nothing into [this] world, [and it is] certain we can carry nothing out.