Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 122:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 122:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 122:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Psalms, God wants the people living inside to be safe and happy. This means having peace, like no fighting, and having everything they need to live well.

Psalms 122:7: Peace be within thy walls, [and] prosperity within thy palaces.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

This verse speaks about bringing a sword, not peace, contrasting the wish for peace in Psalms 122:7.

Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 6:14

This talks about false peace, in contrast to the genuine peace desired in Psalms 122:7.

Jeremiah 6:14: They have healed also the hurt [of the daughter] of my people slightly, saying, Peace, peace; when [there is] no peace. [hurt: Heb. bruise, or, breach]

Contradiction with Ezekiel 7:25

This mentions the absence of peace, directly opposing the peaceful hope of Psalms 122:7.

Ezekiel 7:25: Destruction cometh; and they shall seek peace, and [there shall be] none. [Destruction: Heb. Cutting off]

Contradiction with Isaiah 57:21

States there is no peace for the wicked, conflicting with the peace and prosperity wish in Psalms 122:7.

Isaiah 57:21: [There is] no peace, saith my God, to the wicked.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:3

Talks about sudden destruction when people say "Peace and safety," contradicting the peace and prosperity desired in Psalms 122:7.

1 Thessalonians 5:3: For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.
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