Contradiction with Proverbs 21:23
This verse emphasizes the importance of controlling one’s tongue to avoid trouble, in contrast to Psalms 12:4, where people boast about their lips and tongues.
Proverbs 21:23: Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.
Contradiction with James 3:6
This verse describes the tongue as a destructive force, contradicting Psalms 12:4 where people express confidence in their power of speech.
James 3:6: And the tongue [is] a fire, a world of iniquity: so is the tongue among our members, that it defileth the whole body, and setteth on fire the course of nature; and it is set on fire of hell. [course: Gr. wheel]
Contradiction with Matthew 12:36-37
This verse warns that people will be judged by their words, opposing Psalms 12:4, where individuals claim authority and freedom over their speech.
Matthew 12:36-37: But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment.
Contradiction with Proverbs 10:19
This verse advises that sin is unavoidable in a multitude of words, contradicting the pride in Psalm 12:4 about speaking freely.
Proverbs 10:19: In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips [is] wise.
Contradiction with Proverbs 12:18
This verse highlights the harm caused by rash speech, conflicting with the boasting in Psalms 12:4 about the power of words.
Proverbs 12:18: There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise [is] health.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:29
This verse advises to let no corrupt communication proceed out of one's mouth, opposing Psalms 12:4 where individuals express unrestrained speech.
Ephesians 4:29: Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers. [to...: or, to edify profitably]
Contradiction with Colossians 3:8
This verse instructs believers to rid themselves of filthy language, contradicting Psalms 12:4 where people boast about their freedom to speak as they wish.
Colossians 3:8: But now ye also put off all these; anger, wrath, malice, blasphemy, filthy communication out of your mouth.
Contradiction with Proverbs 17:27
This verse emphasizes the wisdom of restraining one's words, conflicting with the pride in Psalms 12:4 regarding speech.
Proverbs 17:27: He that hath knowledge spareth his words: [and] a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit. [an...: or, a cool]
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:10
This verse advises loving life by refraining from evil speech, opposing Psalms 12:4 where there is pride in unreserved authority over speech.
1 Peter 3:10: For he that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile:
Paradox #1
Psalms 12:4 could be viewed as conflicting with the idea that humans should submit to God’s authority. The verse talks about people using their words and feeling like they don't need to be accountable to anyone. This contradicts the belief that God is in control and humans should follow His guidance rather than relying solely on their own words or power.
Paradox #2
Psalms 12:4 speaks about people who believe they can say whatever they want without consequences because they see themselves in control. A contradiction here could be the tension between believing in the freedom of speech and recognizing the potential harm that can come from what is said. It highlights the debate between personal freedom and social responsibility.