Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 108:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 108:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 108:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, people believe that only God can truly help us when we are in trouble, because relying on people alone is not enough. God’s help is stronger and more dependable than help from any person.

Psalms 108:12: Give us help from trouble: for vain [is] the help of man.

Contradiction with Proverbs 21:31

This verse states "The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the LORD," implying that safety in battle comes from the LORD, whereas Psalms 108:12 suggests seeking help from man is vain for salvation.

Proverbs 21:31: The horse [is] prepared against the day of battle: but safety [is] of the LORD. [safety: or, victory]

Contradiction with Psalms 60:11

This verse, which is nearly identical to Psalms 108:12, highlights the contradiction by repeating that human aid is ineffective, suggesting reliance on God alone.

Psalms 60:11: Give us help from trouble: for vain [is] the help of man. [help of man: Heb. salvation, etc]

Paradox #1

Psalms 108:12 speaks about seeking help from God instead of humans. A possible contradiction or conflict here might be the balance between trusting divine intervention and taking personal responsibility or seeking help from others around us. It raises the question of when to rely on faith versus human effort or available resources.

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