Contradiction with Proverbs 12:22
This verse states that lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, while Psalms 120:2 is a plea for deliverance from deceitful lips, implying a different perspective or focus.
Proverbs 12:22: Lying lips [are] abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly [are] his delight.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:16
This commandment instructs not to bear false witness, whereas Psalms 120:2 requests protection from deceit, which doesn't address the command directly.
Exodus 20:16: Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:25
This verse encourages speaking truth to neighbors, contrasting Psalms 120:2, which focuses on seeking deliverance from lies.
Ephesians 4:25: Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another.
Contradiction with Colossians 3:9
Advises not to lie to one another, which contrasts with Psalms 120:2's request for rescue rather than an instruction.
Colossians 3:9: Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds;
Contradiction with John 8:44
Describes the devil as the father of lies, contrasting the perspective in Psalms 120:2 of deceit as an external threat requiring salvation.
John 8:44: Ye are of [your] father the devil, and the lusts of your father ye will do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and abode not in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaketh a lie, he speaketh of his own: for he is a liar, and the father of it. [of his own: or, from his own will or disposition]
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:10
Advises individuals to refrain their tongue from evil, in contrast to Psalms 120:2 which seeks rescue from the deceit of others.
1 Peter 3:10: For he that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile:
Paradox #1
The verse in question asks for rescue from deceit and lies. A contradiction or inconsistency could arise if one compares this plea with other parts of the Bible that suggest that lying is sometimes used to achieve a greater good or is permitted in certain circumstances (e.g., the story of Rahab in Joshua 2). This raises questions about the absolute nature of truthfulness in different biblical narratives or contexts. However, such interpretations can vary based on different theological perspectives.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict might arise from advocating for honesty and truth in speech while other parts of the text involve complex narratives where deceit is sometimes depicted or seemingly justified in certain contexts. This could create tension on when truthfulness is always the right path.