Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 143:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 143:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 143:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the Psalmist, this verse shows that sometimes people feel very sad and empty when they face big problems or feel alone. It's like when you have a bad day and it makes your heart feel really heavy.

Psalms 143:4: Therefore is my spirit overwhelmed within me; my heart within me is desolate.

Contradiction with Psalms 27:1

Contradicts Psalms 143:4 as it expresses confidence and fearlessness, whereas Psalms 143:4 speaks of a spirit overwhelmed with despair.

Psalms 27:1: [[A Psalm] of David.] The LORD [is] my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD [is] the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?

Contradiction with John 14:27

Offers peace and a heart untroubled and unafraid, in contrast to the overwhelmed and distressed spirit in Psalms 143:4.

John 14:27: Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6-7

Advises against anxiety by presenting prayer and peace, conflicting with the troubled state described in Psalms 143:4.

Philippians 4:6-7: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Encourages not to fear or be dismayed, contradicting the feeling of being overwhelmed as described in Psalms 143:4.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7

States that God has given a spirit of power, love, and sound mind, opposing the description of a troubled spirit in Psalms 143:4.

2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
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