Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 140:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 140:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 140:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the psalmist, this verse is a prayer asking God to not let bad people get what they want or succeed in their bad plans, so they don't brag or feel proud for doing wrong things. It's like asking God to stop bullies from winning.

Psalms 140:8: Grant not, O LORD, the desires of the wicked: further not his wicked device; [lest] they exalt themselves. Selah. [lest...: or, let them not be exalted]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse urges to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, which contradicts the plea in Psalms 140:8 to not grant the desires of the wicked.

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 12:20

This verse encourages feeding your enemy if they are hungry, contrasting the approach of wanting the wicked's desires not to be granted as seen in Psalms 140:8.

Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21

Advises providing food and drink to your enemy, which contradicts the sentiment in Psalms 140:8 to deny the wishes of the wicked.

Proverbs 25:21: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Encourages not resisting an evil person and turning the other cheek, which challenges the plea in Psalms 140:8 to prevent the success of evil men.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Luke 6:35

This verse advises to love your enemies and do good to them, opposing the desire in Psalms 140:8 to thwart the schemes of the wicked.

Luke 6:35: But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and [to] the evil.
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