Contradiction with Exodus 15:3
While Psalms 59:17 describes God as a source of mercy and protection, Exodus 15:3 depicts God as a warrior, emphasizing His might and involvement in battle.
Exodus 15:3: The LORD [is] a man of war: the LORD [is] his name.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Psalms 59:17 speaks of praising God for deliverance from enemies, whereas Matthew 5:44 instructs to love enemies, suggesting a different approach to dealing with adversaries.
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 Isaiah 45:7
Psalms 59:17 highlights God as a merciful refuge, but Isaiah 45:7 speaks of God creating both peace and evil, indicating a more complex and sometimes harsh role.
Isaiah 45:7: I form the light, and create darkness: I make peace, and create evil: I the LORD do all these [things].
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:12
Psalms 59:17 praises God for His lovingkindness, while Proverbs 3:12 talks of God's discipline, suggesting a form of love that includes correction and hardship.
Proverbs 3:12: For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son [in whom] he delighteth.
Contradiction with Job 2:10
Psalms 59:17 reflects trust in God's mercy, yet Job 2:10 acknowledges both good and adversity from God, implying a dual nature in God's interactions with humanity.
Job 2:10: But he said unto her, Thou speakest as one of the foolish women speaketh. What? shall we receive good at the hand of God, and shall we not receive evil? In all this did not Job sin with his lips.
Contradiction with Lamentations 3:38
This verse speaks of both good and evil proceeding from God, contrasting with Psalms 59:17, which focuses solely on God's goodness and strength.
Lamentations 3:38: Out of the mouth of the most High proceedeth not evil and good?
Contradiction with Jeremiah 18:11
Contradicts by illustrating God's capability of bringing calamity as a means to turn people back, compared to Psalms 59:17's emphasis on God's admiration and gratitude.
Jeremiah 18:11: Now therefore go to, speak to the men of Judah, and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, saying, Thus saith the LORD; Behold, I frame evil against you, and devise a device against you: return ye now every one from his evil way, and make your ways and your doings good.