Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
While Psalms 59:5 calls upon God to punish nations, Matthew 5:44 advises to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.
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 12:19
Psalms 59:5 seeks divine retribution, yet Romans 12:19 encourages believers not to seek vengeance, leaving it to God's wrath in His time.
Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15
In contrast with praying for punishment as in Psalms 59:5, 1 Thessalonians 5:15 urges believers to always pursue what is good for each other and for everyone else, abstaining from returning evil for evil.
1 Thessalonians 5:15: See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].
Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17-18
Psalms 59:5 is a call for divine judgment against enemies, but Proverbs 24:17-18 warns against rejoicing when enemies fall, as the Lord may disapprove and withhold his wrath.
Proverbs 24:17-18: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28
Luke 6:27-28 tells followers to love their enemies and do good to those who hate them, contradicting the imprecatory nature of Psalms 59:5.
Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in this verse could be the focus on asking for punishment against others. Some people might see this as conflicting with teachings of forgiveness and love for enemies found elsewhere in the Bible. It raises questions about reconciling desires for justice or vengeance with principles of compassion and mercy.