Contradiction with Psalms 120:1-2
These verses highlight calling upon the Lord for help and deliverance from deceit, whereas Psalms 120:5 expresses distress about living among deceitful people, highlighting a continued struggle.
Psalms 120:1-2: [A Song of degrees.] In my distress I cried unto the LORD, and he heard me.
Contradiction with Psalms 23:1
This verse speaks about the Lord being a shepherd and providing for all needs, which contrasts with the distress expressed in Psalms 120:5 about living among hostile neighbors.
Psalms 23:1: [A Psalm of David.] The LORD [is] my shepherd; I shall not want.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:11
This verse speaks about being content in whatever state, which contradicts the lamentation and unrest expressed in Psalms 120:5.
Philippians 4:11: Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, [therewith] to be content.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:9
This verse blesses peacemakers, whereas Psalms 120:5 is about living in a place of hostility and trouble, indicating opposition rather than peacemaking.
Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Contradiction with Luke 16:25
Suggests comfort after life’s troubles, contrasting the ongoing lament in Psalms 120:5 about current life’s troubles.
Luke 16:25: But Abraham said, Son, remember that thou in thy lifetime receivedst thy good things, and likewise Lazarus evil things: but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented.
Contradiction with John 14:27
Promises peace given by Christ, contrasting the absence of peace and feeling of distress expressed in Psalms 120:5.
John 14:27: Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
Paradox #1
Psalms 120:5 expresses distress about living among people who are considered hostile or deceitful. The moral conflict might arise from the struggle between the desire for peace and the challenging reality of coexisting with those who promote conflict or dishonesty. This tension can lead to internal conflict about how to navigate relationships with such individuals while maintaining one's own values.