Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse contradicts Psalms 79:12 by teaching that one should love and pray for their enemies, rather than rendering unto them according to what they have done.
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
This verse contradicts Psalms 79:12 by advising believers not to seek vengeance themselves but to leave it to God's wrath, implying that personal retaliation is not justified.
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 Proverbs 20:22
This verse contradicts Psalms 79:12 by instructing not to say "I will recompense evil" but to wait on the Lord for salvation, contrasting with seeking recompense.
Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
This verse contradicts Psalms 79:12 by discouraging repayment of evil for evil, urging blessing instead.
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.
Contradiction with Proverbs 24:29
This verse contradicts Psalms 79:12 by advising against saying "I will do so to him as he hath done to me," advocating against recompense.
Proverbs 24:29: Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me: I will render to the man according to his work.
Paradox #1
Some people might see a contradiction in this verse because it talks about asking for punishment against others. This can seem at odds with teachings about forgiveness and loving your enemies, which are also found in the Bible. The tension arises because it suggests retribution rather than compassion or forgiveness.