Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 14:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 14:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 14:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Psalms, this verse means people are wishing for God to save them and bring them happiness. When God helps His people, they will be very joyful and celebrate.

Psalms 14:7: Oh that the salvation of Israel [were come] out of Zion! when the LORD bringeth back the captivity of his people, Jacob shall rejoice, [and] Israel shall be glad. [Oh...: Heb. Who will give]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 30:3

While Psalms 14:7 talks about the restoration of Israel with joy, Jeremiah 30:3 refers to a future promise for the return and restoration of Israel and Judah but indicates that it hasn’t happened yet, suggesting it remains a pending event in contrast to Psalms 14:7’s celebration.

Jeremiah 30:3: For, lo, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will bring again the captivity of my people Israel and Judah, saith the LORD: and I will cause them to return to the land that I gave to their fathers, and they shall possess it.

Contradiction with Isaiah 62:11

Psalms 14:7 mentions the joy of salvation for Israel, but Isaiah 62:11 announces a coming salvation and reward, implying it is still anticipated rather than fulfilled.

Isaiah 62:11: Behold, the LORD hath proclaimed unto the end of the world, Say ye to the daughter of Zion, Behold, thy salvation cometh; behold, his reward [is] with him, and his work before him. [work: or, recompence]

Contradiction with Ezekiel 39:25-29

Psalms 14:7 expresses immediate joy over Israel's salvation, while Ezekiel 39:25-29 speaks of a future time when Israel will be gathered and restored, suggesting the fulfillment is yet awaited.

Ezekiel 39:25-29: Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; Now will I bring again the captivity of Jacob, and have mercy upon the whole house of Israel, and will be jealous for my holy name;

Contradiction with Amos 9:14-15

Psalms 14:7 celebrates the current deliverance of Israel, but Amos 9:14-15 describes a future initial restoration and flourishing of Israel, indicating it is not presently experienced.

Amos 9:14-15: And I will bring again the captivity of my people of Israel, and they shall build the waste cities, and inhabit [them]; and they shall plant vineyards, and drink the wine thereof; they shall also make gardens, and eat the fruit of them.
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