Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:21
This verse suggests that the wicked can turn from their sins and live, which contradicts the idea in Psalms 119:155 that salvation is far from the wicked.
Ezekiel 18:21: But if the wicked will turn from all his sins that he hath committed, and keep all my statutes, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall surely live, he shall not die.
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
This verse states that God does not want anyone to perish but for everyone to come to repentance, contrasting the notion in Psalms 119:155 that salvation is unattainable for the wicked.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:7
This verse encourages the wicked to forsake their ways and return to the Lord, who will have mercy on them, contradicting the implication in Psalms 119:155 that salvation is distant from the wicked.
Isaiah 55:7: Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. [the unrighteous...: Heb. the man of iniquity] [abundantly...: Heb. multiply to pardon]
Contradiction with Luke 15:7
This verse explains that there is joy in heaven over one sinner who repents, contradicting the idea in Psalms 119:155 that salvation is unreachable for the wicked.
Luke 15:7: I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance.
Contradiction with 1 John 1:9
This verse states that if we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive, contradicting the notion in Psalms 119:155 that salvation is far from the wicked.
1 John 1:9: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in Psalms 119:155 could be seen in the idea that salvation or help is far from those who do not follow certain rules or laws. This can be inconsistent with the idea that help or salvation should be available to everyone, regardless of their adherence to specific guidelines, as seen in other parts of religious texts that emphasize universal compassion and forgiveness.