Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 140:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 140:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 140:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, the person who wrote this, God will make sure that people who say bad things and try to hurt others will have those bad things come back to them instead. It's like saying that if someone tries to trap others with their words, they might fall into their own trap.

Psalms 140:9: [As for] the head of those that compass me about, let the mischief of their own lips cover them.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While Psalms 140:9 desires harm for enemies, Matthew 5:44 teaches to love and pray for one's enemies.

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 12:14

Psalms 140:9 calls for the harm of enemies, whereas Romans 12:14 instructs believers to bless those who persecute them.

Romans 12:14: Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

Psalms 140:9 desires vengeance on enemies, but Proverbs 24:17 advises against rejoicing when your enemy falls.

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

Contradiction with Romans 12:20

Psalms 140:9 speaks of harm to enemies, while Romans 12:20 encourages feeding and caring for your enemies.

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 1 Peter 3:9

Unlike Psalms 140:9, which seeks revenge, 1 Peter 3:9 teaches not to repay evil with evil or insult with insult.

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.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in Psalms 140:9 could be seen as the desire for harm to come upon one's enemies, which contrasts with other teachings in the Bible that advocate for love, forgiveness, and mercy towards others, including one's enemies.

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