Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 37:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 37:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 37:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the psalmist, people who are gentle and kind will be rewarded by living happily in a peaceful world. They will enjoy lots of calm and happy times.

Psalms 37:11: But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:10

This verse suggests that those who are persecuted for righteousness will be blessed, which contrasts with Psalms 37:11's focus on the meek inheriting the earth without mention of persecution.

Matthew 5:10: Blessed [are] they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

This verse indicates that Jesus came not to bring peace but a sword, which contradicts Psalms 37:11's implication of peace for the meek.

Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:15

This verse implies that righteousness and wickedness do not guarantee specific worldly outcomes, contradicting the assured outcome for the meek in Psalms 37:11.

Ecclesiastes 7:15: All [things] have I seen in the days of my vanity: there is a just [man] that perisheth in his righteousness, and there is a wicked [man] that prolongeth [his life] in his wickedness.

Contradiction with Psalm 73:3

This verse acknowledges the prosperity of the wicked, which contradicts the notion that the meek will inherit and enjoy peace, as stated in Psalms 37:11.

Psalm 73:3: For I was envious at the foolish, [when] I saw the prosperity of the wicked.
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