Contradiction with Proverbs 3:34
While Psalms 123:3 seeks mercy from God in the face of scorn, Proverbs 3:34 states that God scorns the scorners but gives grace to the humble, suggesting a potential contradiction in who receives mercy or grace.
Proverbs 3:34: Surely he scorneth the scorners: but he giveth grace unto the lowly.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:5
Psalms 123:3 calls for mercy due to being scorned, but 1 Peter 5:5 emphasizes God's resistance to the proud, implying that attitudes like pride rather than scorn, affect the reception of grace.
1 Peter 5:5: Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all [of you] be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.
Contradiction with James 4:6
Similar to 1 Peter 5:5, James 4:6 contrasts the plea for mercy due to scorn in Psalms 123:3 by stating that God gives grace to the humble, suggesting a different prerequisite for receiving divine favor.
James 4:6: But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.
Paradox #1
Psalms 123:3 talks about seeking mercy to avoid contempt or ridicule. A potential contradiction could arise if this desire for mercy is interpreted as expecting compassion without also showing compassion to others. This could seem inconsistent with the broader biblical teachings about reciprocity, such as "treat others as you want to be treated." Seeking mercy without offering it could appear contradictory.