Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 119:157

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 119:157 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 119:157. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to King David, lots of people were mean to him and wanted to hurt him, but he still followed God’s rules and didn't stop believing what God said. Even when things were hard, he stayed true to God.

Psalms 119:157: Many [are] my persecutors and mine enemies; [yet] do I not decline from thy testimonies.

Contradiction with Psalms 37:40

This verse suggests that the Lord delivers the righteous out of trouble, while Psalms 119:157 mentions many persecutors and enemies, implying ongoing trouble.

Psalms 37:40: And the LORD shall help them, and deliver them: he shall deliver them from the wicked, and save them, because they trust in him.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

These verses express being troubled on every side but not distressed, contradicting the apparent overwhelming nature of adversaries implied in Psalms 119:157.

2 Corinthians 4:8-9: [We are] troubled on every side, yet not distressed; [we are] perplexed, but not in despair; [in despair: or, altogether without help, or, means]

Contradiction with Romans 8:37

This verse claims that believers are more than conquerors through Christ, which contrasts the feeling of being beset by many enemies in Psalms 119:157.

Romans 8:37: Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

This verse assures not to fear because God is with you and will strengthen and help you, contradicting the impression of adversity in Psalms 119:157.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
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