Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 18:43

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 18:43 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 18:43. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, God has helped him escape from his enemies and made him a leader over people he didn't know before. These new people now follow and help him because of God's support.

Psalms 18:43: Thou hast delivered me from the strivings of the people; [and] thou hast made me the head of the heathen: a people [whom] I have not known shall serve me.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, which contrasts with Psalms 18:43 where David speaks of subduing and being exalted over enemies.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This passage advises believers to not seek revenge, leaving justice to God’s wrath, which is contrary to the triumph over adversaries expressed in Psalms 18:43.

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.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22

This encourages feeding and caring for your enemy, presenting a contrast to the concept of conquering enemies in Psalms 18:43.

Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

This verse calls for doing good to enemies, which contradicts the victory over enemies theme in Psalms 18:43.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
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