Contradiction with Proverbs 16:7
This verse states that when a person's ways please the Lord, even their enemies will be at peace with them, which contrasts with Psalms 56:5 where enemies are described as constantly distorting words and plotting harm.
Proverbs 16:7: When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse encourages love and prayer for enemies, contradicting the depiction in Psalms 56:5 where enemies are relentless and speak against the psalmist.
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 12:18
This verse advises to live peacefully with everyone when possible, differing from Psalms 56:5’s portrayal of constant hostility from enemies.
Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
This verse advises not to repay evil with evil or insult with insult, which contrasts with Psalms 56:5 where enemies are described as constantly adverse and deceitful.
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.