Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 141:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 141:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 141:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, the writer of this psalm, he is asking God to protect him from the traps bad people set to try to catch him. He wants God to keep him safe from anyone trying to do wrong or harm him.

Psalms 141:9: Keep me from the snares [which] they have laid for me, and the gins of the workers of iniquity.

Contradiction with James 1:2

This verse encourages believers to find joy in trials, contrasting with the plea for protection from snares.

James 1:2: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Jesus tells us to love our enemies, which contrasts with asking for protection from them.

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 1 Peter 2:20

Suggests enduring suffering for doing good, contrasting with seeking avoidance of such traps.

1 Peter 2:20: For what glory [is it], if, when ye be buffeted for your faults, ye shall take it patiently? but if, when ye do well, and suffer [for it], ye take it patiently, this [is] acceptable with God. [acceptable: or, thank]

Contradiction with Romans 5:3

Speaks of rejoicing in tribulations, contrasting with the plea in Psalms to be kept from them.

Romans 5:3: And not only [so], but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;
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