Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 130:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 130:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 130:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to King David, this verse means that when he was very sad and felt like he was in a deep, dark place, he called out to God for help. He believed that God always listens and can help us when we feel bad.

Psalms 130:1: [A Song of degrees.] Out of the depths have I cried unto thee, O LORD.

Contradiction with Proverbs 1:29-31

These verses highlight that those who hate knowledge and do not fear the Lord choose their own consequences, which contrasts with the dependence and plea for mercy expressed in Psalms 130:1.

Proverbs 1:29-31: For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD:

Contradiction with Isaiah 59:2

This verse indicates separation from God due to iniquities, whereas Psalms 130:1 suggests the psalmist's closeness to God even when in the depths.

Isaiah 59:2: But your iniquities have separated between you and your God, and your sins have hid [his] face from you, that he will not hear. [have hid: or, have made him hide]

Contradiction with James 1:6-7

These verses mention that those who doubt should not expect to receive anything from the Lord, in contrast to the expectation of being heard in Psalms 130:1.

James 1:6-7: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.
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