Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 4:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 4:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 4:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, the author of the book, this verse means that we can feel safe and sleep well because God takes care of us. It tells us that God is like a big protector who keeps us safe, so we don't have to worry.

Psalms 4:8: I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

This verse contradicts Psalms 4:8 by stating that Jesus did not come to bring peace but a sword, indicating conflict instead of safety.

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 Micah 7:6

This verse contradicts Psalms 4:8 by describing familial discord and strife, opposing the peace and safety described.

Micah 7:6: For the son dishonoureth the father, the daughter riseth up against her mother, the daughter in law against her mother in law; a man's enemies [are] the men of his own house.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:3

This verse contradicts Psalms 4:8 by warning of sudden destruction when people claim "peace and safety," suggesting insecurity instead of peace.

1 Thessalonians 5:3: For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 6:14

This verse contradicts Psalms 4:8 by accusing prophets of falsely proclaiming peace where there is none, contrasting with the true peace in Psalm 4:8.

Jeremiah 6:14: They have healed also the hurt [of the daughter] of my people slightly, saying, Peace, peace; when [there is] no peace. [hurt: Heb. bruise, or, breach]

Contradiction with Isaiah 48:22

This verse contradicts Psalms 4:8 by declaring that there is no peace for the wicked, contrasting the assurance of peace in Psalm 4:8.

Isaiah 48:22: [There is] no peace, saith the LORD, unto the wicked.
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