Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 37:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 37:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 37:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Psalms, we should trust and be patient with God. We shouldn't worry about people who do bad things and seem to be successful, because God has a plan.

Psalms 37:7: Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass. [Rest in: Heb. Be silent to]

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

While Psalms 37:7 advises to rest and wait patiently, Exodus 14:14 suggests that the Lord will fight for you without the need for patience.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:1

Psalms 37:7 emphasizes waiting patiently, whereas Proverbs 28:1 speaks to the boldness and assertive action of the righteous.

Proverbs 28:1: The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.

Contradiction with James 2:17

James emphasizes action as faith is dead without works, which differs from the passive waiting in Psalms 37:7.

James 2:17: Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. [alone: Gr. by itself]

Contradiction with Matthew 7:7

Encourages seeking and asking, which requires proactive behavior, in contrast to the patience recommended in Psalms 37:7.

Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:1

Suggests there is a time for every action, whereas Psalms 37:7 promotes waiting patiently as the way to behave.

Ecclesiastes 3:1: To every [thing there is] a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:

Contradiction with Luke 18:1

Advocates for persistent prayer and action, differing from the restful waiting mentioned in Psalms 37:7.

Luke 18:1: And he spake a parable unto them [to this end], that men ought always to pray, and not to faint;
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