Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 109:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 109:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 109:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Psalms, this verse means that the bad things someone wishes on others will stick to them like clothes they wear every day. It's like wearing a shirt that never comes off.

Psalms 109:19: Let it be unto him as the garment [which] covereth him, and for a girdle wherewith he is girded continually.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

While Psalms 109:19 speaks of cursing clothes the wicked, Proverbs 20:22 advises against seeking revenge and encourages waiting on the Lord for deliverance.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Psalms 109:19 involves cursing adversaries, but Matthew 5:44 instructs believers to love their enemies and pray for those who persecute them.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:14

The spirit of cursing in Psalms 109:19 contrasts with Romans 12:14, which advises to bless those who persecute, not curse them.

Romans 12:14: Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.

Contradiction with Romans 12:17

Psalms 109:19 implies calling down curses, whereas Romans 12:17 cautions against repaying evil with evil and encourages good conduct.

Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

Whereas Psalms 109:19 reflects cursing, 1 Peter 3:9 advises not to repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.

Paradox #1

Psalms 109:19 has no direct contradiction but can be seen as harsh or vengeful, conflicting with teachings about love and forgiveness found elsewhere in the Bible.

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