Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 119:83

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 119:83 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 119:83. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to King David, who is believed to have written many of the Psalms, he feels worn out and tired, like a bottle getting all smoky and dirty. But even when he feels like this, he still remembers and follows God's rules.

Psalms 119:83: For I am become like a bottle in the smoke; [yet] do I not forget thy statutes.

Contradiction with Psalm 31:24

While Psalm 119:83 expresses a feeling of despair akin to a dried wineskin, Psalm 31:24 encourages strength and hope in the Lord, contradicting the tone of weariness.

Psalm 31:24: Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD.

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31

Psalm 119:83 speaks of languishing, whereas Isaiah 40:31 promises renewed strength and vigor for those who wait on the Lord.

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 James 1:2-3

Psalm 119:83 depicts a sense of suffering, but James suggests considering trials as joy because they produce perseverance.

James 1:2-3: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]

Contradiction with Philippians 4:13

While Psalm 119:83 shows a sense of feeling like a neglected wineskin, Philippians 4:13 emphasizes empowerment and the ability to endure all things through Christ.

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

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

Despite the hardship alluded to in Psalm 119:83, 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 speaks of being afflicted but not crushed, which contrasts feelings of abandonment.

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]
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