Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 122:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 122:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 122:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Psalms, this verse means we want to do good things and help others because God loves us and we want to honor Him. It's like being kind and caring because it makes God happy and keeps everyone safe and loved.

Psalms 122:9: Because of the house of the LORD our God I will seek thy good.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 12:7

Psalms 122:9 speaks of peace for the sake of God's house, whereas Jeremiah 12:7 talks about God forsaking His house, which contrasts with the blessing of peace.

Jeremiah 12:7: I have forsaken mine house, I have left mine heritage; I have given the dearly beloved of my soul into the hand of her enemies. [the dearly...: Heb. the love]

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

Psalms 122:9 seeks peace for God's house, but Matthew 10:34 describes Jesus not bringing peace, but a sword, highlighting conflict rather than peace.

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 Isaiah 48:22

Psalms 122:9 implies a blessing of peace, while Isaiah 48:22 states there is no peace for the wicked, contrasting the universality of peace.

Isaiah 48:22: [There is] no peace, saith the LORD, unto the wicked.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 7:25

Psalms 122:9 calls for peace due to God's presence, while Ezekiel 7:25 speaks of destruction and lack of peace, opposing the tranquility mentioned.

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

Contradiction with Lamentations 3:17

Psalms 122:9 wishes for peace on behalf of God's house, yet Lamentations 3:17 reflects an absence of peace and prosperity, contradicting the desired state of wellbeing.

Lamentations 3:17: And thou hast removed my soul far off from peace: I forgat prosperity. [prosperity: Heb. good]
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