Contradiction with Genesis 1:4-5
This verse describes God dividing light from darkness and calling the light "Day" and the darkness "Night," while Psalm 104:20 indicates that God made darkness for night.
Genesis 1:4-5: And God saw the light, that [it was] good: and God divided the light from the darkness. [the light from...: Heb. between the light and between the darkness]
Contradiction with Isaiah 45:7
This verse states that God forms light and creates darkness, suggesting a more active creation role, contrasting with the implication of night being a natural occurrence in Psalm 104:20.
Isaiah 45:7: I form the light, and create darkness: I make peace, and create evil: I the LORD do all these [things].
Contradiction with Revelation 21:25
This verse indicates that in the New Jerusalem, there will be no night, which contradicts the natural cycle of day and night implied in Psalm 104:20.
Revelation 21:25: And the gates of it shall not be shut at all by day: for there shall be no night there.
Paradox #1
Psalms 104:20 speaks about darkness and night, which is often associated with danger or fear. A contradiction might arise when considering that darkness is both part of God's creation and associated with negative aspects, like fear or evil. People might struggle with understanding why something created by God would have such negative connotations.