Contradiction with Matthew 5:7
"Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy." contradicts Psalms 109:16 by advocating for mercy instead of not showing mercy.
Matthew 5:7: Blessed [are] the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.
Contradiction with Luke 6:36
"Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful." contradicts Psalms 109:16 by instructing people to be merciful.
Luke 6:36: Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:32
"And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you." contradicts Psalms 109:16 by encouraging kindness and forgiveness rather than not extending mercy.
Ephesians 4:32: And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.
Contradiction with James 2:13
"For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment." contradicts Psalms 109:16 by teaching that mercy triumphs over judgment.
James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
Paradox #1
Psalms 109:16 talks about not showing kindness or love to others. This could seem to conflict with the overall teachings of the Bible, which frequently emphasize love, mercy, and kindness, as seen in teachings of Jesus about loving your neighbor and showing compassion.
Paradox #2
Psalms 109:16 talks about someone who didn't show kindness and went after the poor and needy to hurt them instead. The contradiction here could be that, while many other parts of the Bible teach love, mercy, and helping those in need, this verse highlights a stark contrast by describing punishment for someone who failed to show compassion. It challenges the consistency of always advocating for forgiveness and love.