Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse advises to love enemies and bless those who curse you, which contrasts with the indictment against Moab and Ammon.
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 teaches to feed your enemy if he is hungry, opposing the sentiment of anticipated vengeance in Zephaniah 2:8.
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 Luke 6:27-28
This passage encourages loving and doing good to enemies, contrary to the theme of retribution against enemies.
Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21
Advises to give food to an enemy who is hungry, contrary to the idea of holding grievances against nations.
Proverbs 25:21: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15
Instructs to not repay evil with evil but to do good to everyone, opposing the grievances against Moab and Ammon.
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 Exodus 23:4-5
Advises returning an enemy's lost animal, showing kindness rather than the implied enmity in Zephaniah 2:8.
Exodus 23:4-5: If thou meet thine enemy's ox or his ass going astray, thou shalt surely bring it back to him again.
Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17
Warns against rejoicing when an enemy falls, contrary to the negative sentiments expressed towards Moab and Ammon.
Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth: