Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 72:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 72:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 72:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to King David, this verse is a prayer asking God to help the king make good and fair decisions, and to help the king's son be just and good, too. It's like asking for wisdom and kindness for the leaders.

Psalms 72:1: [[A Psalm] for Solomon.] Give the king thy judgments, O God, and thy righteousness unto the king's son. [for: or, of]

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

Contradicts the request for judgment based on outward appearances, suggesting the Lord looks at the heart instead.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Contradicts the idea of justice and retribution found in Psalms 72:1 by advocating for turning the other cheek.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Contradicts the call for human kings to judge and administer justice by advising to leave vengeance to God.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with James 4:12

Contradicts the idea of placing judgment in human hands, emphasizing there is only one lawgiver and judge.

James 4:12: There is one lawgiver, who is able to save and to destroy: who art thou that judgest another?
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