Contradiction with Psalms 86:15
This verse states that God is full of compassion, gracious, and plenteous in mercy and truth, which contrasts with the image of God laughing at and deriding His enemies in Psalms 2:4.
Psalms 86:15: But thou, O Lord, [art] a God full of compassion, and gracious, longsuffering, and plenteous in mercy and truth.
Contradiction with James 1:5
This verse encourages asking God for wisdom without reproach or ridicule, differing from the portrayal of God mocking in Psalms 2:4.
James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:32
Here God expresses no pleasure in the death of anyone, implying a compassionate nature rather than one who mocks, as seen in Psalms 2:4.
Ezekiel 18:32: For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn [yourselves], and live ye. [yourselves: or, others]
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
This verse speaks to God’s patience and desire that none should perish, contrasting the scornful laughter in Psalms 2:4.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:7
It highlights God's readiness to forgive and show mercy, contradicting the derisive tone of Psalms 2:4.
Isaiah 55:7: Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. [the unrighteous...: Heb. the man of iniquity] [abundantly...: Heb. multiply to pardon]
Contradiction with 1 John 4:8
This verse declares God is love, which contradicts the mocking demeanor suggested in Psalms 2:4.
1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
Contradiction with Luke 6:35-36
This passage urges exhibiting mercy similar to God's kindness towards the unthankful and evil, contrasting the mockery in Psalms 2:4.
Luke 6:35-36: But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and [to] the evil.
Contradiction with Romans 2:4
It emphasizes God's kindness, forbearance, and patience meant to lead to repentance, differing from the derision in Psalms 2:4.
Romans 2:4: Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering; not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance?
Paradox #1
Some people might find a contradiction in this verse because it depicts God as laughing at human plans and rebellion, which can seem inconsistent with the idea of a loving and compassionate God who cares deeply about humanity. This portrayal might conflict with the perception of God's consistent empathy and concern for human struggles.
Paradox #2
The possible contradiction in this verse is the idea of a divine being laughing at or mocking human actions. This can seem inconsistent with the concept of a compassionate and loving deity because laughing at others can be seen as unkind or dismissive. It may conflict with teachings about empathy and kindness.