Contradiction with Proverbs 21:31
This verse states, "The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the LORD." It reinforces the idea of relying on God rather than physical weapons, aligning with, rather than contradicting, Psalms 44:6, but places practical preparation alongside divine intervention without contradiction.
Proverbs 21:31: The horse [is] prepared against the day of battle: but safety [is] of the LORD. [safety: or, victory]
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 17:47
This states, "And all this assembly shall know that the LORD saveth not with sword and spear: for the battle is the LORD's, and he will give you into our hands." It emphasizes God's power over weapons, supporting Psalms 44:6 rather than contradicting it, by promoting reliance on God.
1 Samuel 17:47: And all this assembly shall know that the LORD saveth not with sword and spear: for the battle [is] the LORD'S, and he will give you into our hands.
Contradiction with Zechariah 4:6
States, "Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts." It confirms the divine basis for victory rather than human strength, agreeing with Psalms 44:6.
Zechariah 4:6: Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This [is] the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. [might: or, army]
Contradiction with Isaiah 31:1
Says, "Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because they are many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!" It aligns with Psalms 44:6 by warning against reliance on military strength.
Isaiah 31:1: Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because [they are] many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
"Thus saith the LORD; Cursed be the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD." This reinforces the principle of faith in God over physical means.
Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:18
"Wisdom is better than weapons of war: but one sinner destroyeth much good." This suggests reliance on wisdom over weapons, in line with Psalms 44:6's concept.
Ecclesiastes 9:18: Wisdom [is] better than weapons of war: but one sinner destroyeth much good.
Paradox #1
Psalms 44:6 suggests relying on God rather than weapons or personal might for deliverance. The contradiction or conflict may arise when people question whether it is morally right to seek self-defense or engage in warfare. This can be seen as inconsistent with the idea of complete reliance on divine help, creating tension between faith and personal responsibility or action.