Contradiction with Psalm 8:5
This verse states that man is made "a little lower than the angels," implying a divine significance, while Psalm 144:4 emphasizes the fleeting nature of human life.
Psalm 8:5: For thou hast made him a little lower than the angels, and hast crowned him with glory and honour.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:21
This verse questions the true nature of the human spirit, contrasting the definitiveness of man's transience as stated in Psalm 144:4.
Ecclesiastes 3:21: Who knoweth the spirit of man that goeth upward, and the spirit of the beast that goeth downward to the earth? [of man: Heb. of the sons of man] [goeth upward: Heb. is ascending, etc]
Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31
This verse claims those who wait on the Lord "shall renew their strength," suggesting endurance, opposite to the transient life highlighted in Psalm 144:4.
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]
Contradiction with Genesis 1:27
This verse asserts that man is created in the image of God, which can imply a certain permanence or divinity, unlike the temporal view in Psalm 144:4.
Genesis 1:27: So God created man in his [own] image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 1:23
This verse speaks about being born again through the "word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever," contrasting the temporary life of man in Psalm 144:4.
1 Peter 1:23: Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 15:53
This verse speaks of the perishable putting on imperishability in resurrection, suggesting hope beyond the frailty mentioned in Psalm 144:4.
1 Corinthians 15:53: For this corruptible must put on incorruption, and this mortal [must] put on immortality.
Paradox #1
Psalms 144:4 highlights the fleeting nature of human life. The contradiction or conflict could arise if this perspective leads to a lack of concern for long-term consequences or future generations. On one hand, recognizing life's brevity might encourage people to focus on immediate goodness and righteousness. On the other hand, it could be seen as dismissing the importance of actions that don't have immediate effects, such as caring for the environment or investing in sustainable practices, which require long-term thinking and responsibility. This could create a tension between living in the moment and planning for a sustainable future.