Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 109:24

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 109:24 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 109:24. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Psalms, David, he is very hungry and tired because he hasn't eaten, and this makes him feel weak. He is asking God for help because he feels very low and needs strength.

Psalms 109:24: My knees are weak through fasting; and my flesh faileth of fatness.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:7-8

This verse suggests that fearing the Lord and avoiding evil brings health and nourishment, implying that following God should lead to physical well-being rather than weakness.

Proverbs 3:7-8: Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil.

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31

This verse states that those who wait upon the Lord will renew their strength, which contrasts with the depiction of weakness in Psalms 109:24.

Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint. [renew: Heb. change]

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

These verses emphasize strength in weakness through Christ, suggesting a spiritual empowerment that contradicts the purely physical weakness described in Psalms 109:24.

2 Corinthians 12:9-10: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:13

This verse asserts that one can do all things through Christ who strengthens them, conflicting with the expressed state of weakness and stumbling in Psalms 109:24.

Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Contradiction with Nehemiah 8:10

This verse says that the joy of the Lord is one's strength, which stands in opposition to the experience of physical frailty described in Psalms 109:24.

Nehemiah 8:10: Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for [this] day [is] holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the LORD is your strength.
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