Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
While Psalms 83:9 calls for doing to enemies as was done to Midian, Matthew 5:44 instructs to love 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 12:14
Unlike Psalms 83:9, which seeks vengeance against foes, Romans 12:14 calls to bless and not curse those who persecute.
Romans 12:14: Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22
Psalms 83:9 seeks retributive justice, whereas Proverbs 25:21-22 advises feeding and giving drink to your enemy, promoting kindness over vengeance.
Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
Paradox #1
This verse may seem contradictory because it calls for the defeat of enemies in a way that might not align with teachings about forgiveness and love for others, as seen in other parts of the Bible. It highlights a tension between seeking justice or protection and practicing compassion and forgiveness.