Contradiction with Proverbs 28:13
This verse suggests that mercy is granted through confessing and forsaking sins, contrasting with seeking help for the glory of God's name rather than individual repentance in Psalms 79:9.
Proverbs 28:13: He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh [them] shall have mercy.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:14-15
These verses emphasize the necessity of forgiving others to receive forgiveness from God, which differs from Psalms 79:9's focus on God's name as the reason for forgiveness.
Matthew 6:14-15: For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:
Contradiction with James 2:17
This verse highlights that faith without works is dead, potentially contradicting the plea in Psalms 79:9, which focuses solely on God's intervention for His name's sake, not on human action.
James 2:17: Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. [alone: Gr. by itself]
Paradox #1
Psalms 79:9 requests help from God for the sake of His name and forgiveness of sins. A potential contradiction here could be the idea of asking for forgiveness not solely because one recognizes wrongdoing and desires change, but also to uphold a specific image or reputation. This might conflict with genuine repentance, where the focus is on true remorse and personal transformation, rather than external appearances.