Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 17:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 17:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 17:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, God’s words have guided him to stay away from doing bad things and making wrong choices. By listening to God, he can avoid the paths that lead to trouble or harm.

Psalms 17:4: Concerning the works of men, by the word of thy lips I have kept [me from] the paths of the destroyer.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

This verse advises trusting in the Lord with all your heart and not relying on your own understanding, whereas Psalms 17:4 emphasizes avoiding the destructive paths of men, which can imply self-reliance and determination.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse encourages leaving vengeance to God, whereas Psalms 17:4 may imply a level of self-determined action to avoid the violent paths of men.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
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