Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 28:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 28:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 28:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Christians, this verse means that God gives strength to people and helps those who are chosen by Him. He is like a superhero who keeps them safe and strong.

Psalms 28:8: The LORD [is] their strength, and he [is] the saving strength of his anointed. [their: or, his] [saving...: Heb. strength of salvations]

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

This verse advises trusting in the Lord with all your heart, which emphasizes dependence on God rather than identifying God as a singular source of strength specifically for His anointed.

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

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5

This verse declares a curse on those who trust in man, contrasting with the notion of strength or support that God provides; there's an emphasis on human frailty and divine reliance.

Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.

Contradiction with Isaiah 31:1

Those who go down to Egypt for help rely on horses and chariots; it contrasts with the divine help portrayed in Psalms 28:8 by highlighting misplaced trust.

Isaiah 31:1: Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because [they are] many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:9

The strength is made perfect in weakness; this focuses on personal weakness magnifying divine power, contrasting the more collective sense of strength for His people in Psalms 28:8.

2 Corinthians 12:9: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
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