Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
This verse contradicts Psalms 115:9 by warning against trusting in man and making flesh one's strength, which implies placing trust in God as the ultimate source of help and protection, aligning with Psalms 115:9's call to trust in the Lord.
Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
This verse contradicts Psalms 115:9 by emphasizing reliance on one's own understanding, whereas Psalms 115:9 stresses putting trust in the Lord rather than human insight.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Isaiah 31:1
This verse contradicts Psalms 115:9 by cautioning against seeking help from Egypt and relying on horses (symbolizing human power), as opposed to seeking guidance and trust in the Lord.
Isaiah 31:1: Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because [they are] many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 1:9
This verse contradicts Psalms 115:9 by highlighting trust in human strength and resources for deliverance rather than looking to God, presenting a context of relying on divine power for ultimate safety, consistent with Psalms 115:9.
2 Corinthians 1:9: But we had the sentence of death in ourselves, that we should not trust in ourselves, but in God which raiseth the dead: [sentence: or, answer]