Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 6:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 6:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 6:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the psalmist, this verse means that he feels very sad and cries a lot during the night. He feels so upset that it seems like his tears are making his bed very wet.

Psalms 6:6: I am weary with my groaning; all the night make I my bed to swim; I water my couch with my tears. [all...: or, every night]

Contradiction with Psalms 30:5

This verse suggests that weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning, contrasting with the ongoing weeping and sorrow expressed in Psalms 6:6.

Psalms 30:5: For his anger [endureth but] a moment; in his favour [is] life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy [cometh] in the morning. [his anger...: Heb. there is but a moment in his anger] [for a night: Heb. in the evening] [joy: Heb. singing]

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31

This verse speaks of renewal and strength for those who wait on the Lord, opposing the theme of continual weariness and despair in Psalms 6:6.

Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint. [renew: Heb. change]

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6-7

This passage encourages believers not to be anxious and promises peace through prayer, contradicting the feeling of deep distress and lack of peace in Psalms 6:6.

Philippians 4:6-7: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Contradiction with John 16:33

Jesus promises peace and victory over tribulation, opposing the sense of ongoing trouble and weeping in Psalms 6:6.

John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:7

This verse advises casting all anxieties on God because He cares, which contrasts with the unrelieved burden of weeping described in Psalms 6:6.

1 Peter 5:7: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
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