Contradiction with Psalms 91:11-12
These verses assure divine protection and that no harm will come to the righteous, whereas Psalms 73:18 speaks of setting the wicked on slippery places leading to their downfall.
Psalms 91:11-12: For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
This verse speaks of God's plans to prosper and not harm, suggesting a hopeful future, which contrasts with Psalms 73:18's portrayal of God planning destruction for the wicked.
Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]
Contradiction with Romans 8:28
This verse states that all things work together for good for those who love God, while Psalms 73:18 emphasizes the downfall and unstable position of some individuals due to divine intention.
Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9
Suggests that while humans plan their course, the Lord establishes their steps securely, contrasting with Psalms 73:18 where God places the wicked in dangerous situations that lead to their downfall.
Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:2
This verse mentions that the same fate happens to both good and bad individuals, contradicting the specific targeting of the wicked stated in Psalms 73:18.
Ecclesiastes 9:2: All [things come] alike to all: [there is] one event to the righteous, and to the wicked; to the good and to the clean, and to the unclean; to him that sacrificeth, and to him that sacrificeth not: as [is] the good, so [is] the sinner; [and] he that sweareth, as [he] that feareth an oath.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict could be seen in the idea of fairness and the fate of the wicked. The verse talks about the downfall of the wicked, which may seem contradictory when considering real-life situations where not all wrongdoers face consequences. This can conflict with the belief in a just and fair world.