Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 129:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 129:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 129:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Psalms, this verse is about Israel talking about how they have faced a lot of trouble and challenges since they were young. It shows that even though they had hard times, they are still standing strong.

Psalms 129:1: [A Song of degrees.] Many a time have they afflicted me from my youth, may Israel now say: [Many...: or, Much]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs to love enemies, which contradicts the sentiment of enduring hatred and affliction as expressed in Psalms 129:1.

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 12:17

This verse advises against repaying evil for evil, contradicting the enduring suffering sentiment in Psalms 129:1.

Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

Calls for not returning evil for evil or insult for insult, contrasting with the sense of sustained affliction in Psalms 129:1.

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 Proverbs 24:17

Advises not to rejoice when enemies fall, which contrasts with the mindset of ongoing oppression found in Psalms 129:1.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Encourages doing good to those who hate you, opposite to the focus on long-standing hatred in Psalms 129:1.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
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