Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 11:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 11:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 11:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, some people want to secretly hurt good and honest people, like archers who hide in the dark and get ready to shoot their arrows. It's a warning about how some may plot against those who try to do what is right.

Psalms 11:2: For, lo, the wicked bend [their] bow, they make ready their arrow upon the string, that they may privily shoot at the upright in heart. [privily: Heb. in darkness]

Contradiction with Psalms 37:12

While Psalms 11:2 speaks of the wicked preparing to attack the upright, Psalms 37:12 describes the wicked scheming against the righteous, but without their plans ultimately succeeding.

Psalms 37:12: The wicked plotteth against the just, and gnasheth upon him with his teeth. [plotteth: or, practiseth]

Contradiction with Psalms 37:13

Contradicts Psalms 11:2 by indicating that the Lord laughs at the wicked because He sees their downfall coming, suggesting divine protection for the upright.

Psalms 37:13: The Lord shall laugh at him: for he seeth that his day is coming.

Contradiction with Isaiah 54:17

Opposes Psalms 11:2 by asserting that no weapon formed against the righteous will prevail, offering assurance of safety to God's servants.

Isaiah 54:17: No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue [that] shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This [is] the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness [is] of me, saith the LORD.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:25-26

Contradicts Psalms 11:2 by assuring the righteous that the Lord will be their confidence and will keep their foot from being taken, implying divine protection.

Proverbs 3:25-26: Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh.

Contradiction with Psalms 37:14-15

This passage suggests the wicked's plans will backfire on them, contrasting with the imminent threat implied in Psalms 11:2.

Psalms 37:14-15: The wicked have drawn out the sword, and have bent their bow, to cast down the poor and needy, [and] to slay such as be of upright conversation. [such...: Heb. the upright of way]

Contradiction with Psalms 18:2

While Psalms 11:2 highlights vulnerability, this verse emphasizes God as a shield and deliverer, implying defense against attacks.

Psalms 18:2: The LORD [is] my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, [and] my high tower. [my strength: Heb. my rock]

Paradox #1

The possible contradiction or conflict in the verse could be the idea that the wicked are preparing to harm the upright, leading to questions about why a just and loving God would allow evil actions against good people. This raises concerns about divine justice and protection.

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