Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 16:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 16:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 16:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, people who run after other gods will have more sadness, and he will not join them or even say the names of these other gods. He wants to focus only on his God and not follow those who do wrong things.

Psalms 16:4: Their sorrows shall be multiplied [that] hasten [after] another [god]: their drink offerings of blood will I not offer, nor take up their names into my lips. [hasten...: or, give gifts to another]

Contradiction with Exodus 20:3

This verse commands the worship of no other gods, reinforcing exclusivity in devotion to the Lord, which could be seen as non-contradictory rather than contradictory.

Exodus 20:3: Thou shalt have no other gods before me.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 6:14

This verse warns against following other gods, aligning with the sentiment in Psalms 16:4 rather than contradicting it.

Deuteronomy 6:14: Ye shall not go after other gods, of the gods of the people which [are] round about you;

Contradiction with Matthew 6:24

This verse states that one cannot serve two masters, which aligns with the exclusivity theme of Psalms 16:4 rather than opposing it.

Matthew 6:24: No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.

Paradox #1

Psalms 16:4 might be seen as having a contradiction because it talks about not participating in the practices or rituals of other religions. This could be viewed as conflicting with values of tolerance and acceptance of different beliefs. It suggests a separation that might not align with ideals of unity or understanding across different faiths.

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