Contradiction with Isaiah 52:1
Zephaniah 3:1 speaks of those who are defiled and oppressive, contrasting the call for purity in Isaiah 52:1.
Isaiah 52:1: Awake, awake; put on thy strength, O Zion; put on thy beautiful garments, O Jerusalem, the holy city: for henceforth there shall no more come into thee the uncircumcised and the unclean.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:5
Zephaniah 3:1 discusses a city of oppression, whereas Matthew 5:5 praises the meek who shall inherit the earth.
Matthew 5:5: Blessed [are] the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.
Contradiction with Psalm 37:11
While Zephaniah 3:1 mentions wrongdoing, Psalm 37:11 focuses on the righteous who will live peacefully.
Psalm 37:11: But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.
Contradiction with Romans 14:19
Zephaniah 3:1 highlights rebellion, contrasting with Romans 14:19 which advises pursuing peace and edification.
Romans 14:19: Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another.
Contradiction with Proverbs 28:14
Zephaniah 3:1 talks about trouble and woe, whereas Proverbs 28:14 blesses those who fear always.
Proverbs 28:14: Happy [is] the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.