Contradiction with Psalm 68:1
Let God arise, let his enemies be scattered: let them also that hate him flee before him.
Psalm 68:1: [To the chief Musician, A Psalm [or] Song of David.] Let God arise, let his enemies be scattered: let them also that hate him flee before him. [before...: Heb. from his face]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse contradicts by instructing to love enemies and pray for them, contrary to scattering them.
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 instructs to feed and care for enemies, contrasting with the notion of making them flee.
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 Proverbs 24:17
This verse suggests not to rejoice when enemies fall, which is contrary to the desire to scatter them.
Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
This verse advises to do good to those who hate you, in contrast to causing them to flee.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with Romans 12:14
This verse instructs to bless those who persecute, opposing the idea of scattering enemies.
Romans 12:14: Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in this verse could be seen in the depiction of God taking action against enemies. Some might see a conflict between this idea and teachings about love and forgiveness in other parts of the Bible. While this verse focuses on divine justice and protection, it might seem inconsistent with the New Testament message of loving one’s enemies and turning the other cheek.