Contradiction with Proverbs 24:16
While Psalms 143:3 describes being crushed to the ground, Proverbs 24:16 emphasizes that a righteous person may fall but will rise again.
Proverbs 24:16: For a just [man] falleth seven times, and riseth up again: but the wicked shall fall into mischief.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 4:8-9
Psalms 143:3 speaks to being overwhelmed and dwelling in darkness, whereas in this verse, despite being troubled, one is not crushed or in despair.
2 Corinthians 4:8-9: [We are] troubled on every side, yet not distressed; [we are] perplexed, but not in despair; [in despair: or, altogether without help, or, means]
Contradiction with Romans 8:37
Contrary to the description of being persecuted and overwhelmed in Psalms 143:3, this verse states that through Christ, we are more than conquerors in all things.
Romans 8:37: Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
Contradiction with Psalms 126:5-6
While Psalms 143:3 mentions dwelling in darkness, these verses offer hope by suggesting that those who sow in tears will reap in joy.
Psalms 126:5-6: They that sow in tears shall reap in joy. [joy: or, singing]
Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31
Psalms 143:3 suggests an experience of entrapment and weakness, yet Isaiah 40:31 speaks of renewal and strength for those who wait on the Lord.
Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint. [renew: Heb. change]