Contradiction with Exodus 4:11
This verse describes God as the creator of the mouth, ears, and eyes, suggesting an active, purposeful design rather than inanimate idols as mentioned in Psalms 135:16.
Exodus 4:11: And the LORD said unto him, Who hath made man's mouth? or who maketh the dumb, or deaf, or the seeing, or the blind? have not I the LORD?
Contradiction with Psalm 94:9
This verse declares that the God who planted the ear and formed the eye can hear and see, unlike the lifeless idols described in Psalms 135:16.
Psalm 94:9: He that planted the ear, shall he not hear? he that formed the eye, shall he not see?
Contradiction with Isaiah 40:28
This verse asserts that God does not grow tired or weary and His understanding is unsearchable, which contrasts with the lifeless, senseless nature of idols in Psalms 135:16.
Isaiah 40:28: Hast thou not known? hast thou not heard, [that] the everlasting God, the LORD, the Creator of the ends of the earth, fainteth not, neither is weary? [there is] no searching of his understanding.
Paradox #1
Psalms 135:16 talks about idols having mouths but not being able to speak. A possible contradiction might arise if someone interprets this verse as suggesting that idols are completely powerless or insignificant. However, other parts of the Bible acknowledge the influence or temptation of idol worship. The contradiction lies in the perception of idols as both powerless and yet needing to be avoided or warned against due to their impact on faith.
Paradox #2
The moral conflict in Psalms 135:16 could be seen as criticism of idolatry, which might contradict one's freedom to choose their own beliefs or religious practices, creating tension between following personal spiritual paths and adhering to the Bible's teachings.