Contradiction with Job 24:12
This verse describes the groaning of the dying and the cries of the wounded, suggesting the righteous suffer hunger and pain, contradicting Psalms 37:25's claim about the righteous never being forsaken or lacking bread.
Job 24:12: Men groan from out of the city, and the soul of the wounded crieth out: yet God layeth not folly [to them].
Contradiction with Proverbs 13:23
It mentions much food in the tillage of the poor, but destruction due to injustice, which implies that the righteous may suffer lack due to external oppression, counter to Psalms 37:25's implication of consistent provision.
Proverbs 13:23: Much food [is in] the tillage of the poor: but there is [that is] destroyed for want of judgment.
Contradiction with Lamentations 5:10
The verse speaks to the plight of the people under siege, experiencing famine and hunger, challenging Psalms 37:25 where the righteous aren't seen begging for bread.
Lamentations 5:10: Our skin was black like an oven because of the terrible famine. [terrible: or, terrors, or, storms]
Contradiction with Hebrews 11:37
Describes the faith experiences of the righteous who suffered greatly and were destitute, implying that faithful or righteous people can experience severe lack, opposing Psalms 37:25’s assurances.
Hebrews 11:37: They were stoned, they were sawn asunder, were tempted, were slain with the sword: they wandered about in sheepskins and goatskins; being destitute, afflicted, tormented;
Contradiction with Amos 8:11
The verse predicts a famine of hearing the words of the Lord, implying that the righteous may experience spiritual famine, contrasting Psalms 37:25's physical provision claim.
Amos 8:11: Behold, the days come, saith the Lord GOD, that I will send a famine in the land, not a famine of bread, nor a thirst for water, but of hearing the words of the LORD:
Paradox #1
Some people may see a contradiction between this verse and real-world experiences of good people suffering or being in need. Others might argue that it conflicts with other biblical passages where righteous individuals face hardship or poverty. This could be seen as inconsistent in the message about the material situations of the righteous.
Paradox #2
Psalms 37:25 might be seen as inconsistent with real-life experiences where good people sometimes face difficulties and lack basic needs. This could seem contradictory to the verse's message about the righteous always being provided for.
Paradox #3
The contradiction or inconsistency for that verse could be that it suggests a situation that does not align with real-world experiences throughout history. Many people who strive to live righteously have faced poverty or hardship, and numerous examples exist where the children of good people have needed help or gone hungry. This can conflict with some people's observations about life and society.
Paradox #4
Psalms 37:25 is often interpreted to mean that righteous people will not suffer from a lack of basic needs like food. However, scientifically and observationally, many good people, including children, unfortunately do endure hunger and poverty in different parts of the world. This reality can be seen as inconsistent with the assertion that the righteous will always have their needs met.
Paradox #5
The contradiction in that verse could be that it suggests the righteous will never be forsaken or lack basic needs. However, in reality, many good and righteous people experience hardship and poverty, which might seem inconsistent with the verse's promise.