Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 120:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 120:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 120:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the psalmist, this verse talks about how mean words can be as hurtful as sharp arrows from a strong warrior. It's like getting too close to a very hot fire that can burn you.

Psalms 120:4: Sharp arrows of the mighty, with coals of juniper. [Sharp...: or, It is as the sharp arrows of the mighty man, with coals of juniper]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse emphasizes loving and praying for enemies, which contradicts the hostility implied by "sharp arrows of the mighty" in Psalms 120:4.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

It advises leaving vengeance to God, contrasting with the imagery of retribution found in the "sharp arrows" of Psalms 120:4.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

Suggests a gentle answer turns away wrath, opposing the aggressive tone of "sharp arrows" with a call for peace.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

Encourages not to repay evil with evil, contrary to the implications of retaliation in Psalms 120:4.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.

Contradiction with Luke 6:29

Advocates turning the other cheek instead of retaliating as implied in Psalms 120:4's reference to arrows.

Luke 6:29: And unto him that smiteth thee on the [one] cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not [to take thy] coat also.
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