Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 119:39

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 119:39 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 119:39. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the Psalmist, he is asking God to help him not feel embarrassed or ashamed, because he knows God's rules are good and right. He trusts that following God's ways will keep him safe.

Psalms 119:39: Turn away my reproach which I fear: for thy judgments [are] good.

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:26

While Psalms 119:39 speaks of fearing reproach, Proverbs 28:26 promotes self-confidence over fear of others' opinions.

Proverbs 28:26: He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:21

This verse advises not to take to heart all things that people say, suggesting a focus away from fearing reproach.

Ecclesiastes 7:21: Also take no heed unto all words that are spoken; lest thou hear thy servant curse thee: [take...: Heb. give not thine heart]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:11

This verse encourages rejoicing when reproached for righteousness, contrasting with the request to remove reproach.

Matthew 5:11: Blessed are ye, when [men] shall revile you, and persecute [you], and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. [falsely: Gr. lying]

Contradiction with Galatians 1:10

Paul emphasizes seeking God's approval rather than fearing human reproach, differing from the sentiment in Psalms 119:39.

Galatians 1:10: For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 4:14

Being reproached is framed positively if it is for the name of Christ, opposing the view of reproach as undesirable in Psalms 119:39.

1 Peter 4:14: If ye be reproached for the name of Christ, happy [are ye]; for the spirit of glory and of God resteth upon you: on their part he is evil spoken of, but on your part he is glorified.
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