Contradiction with Matthew 4:8-9
These verses show Satan offering all the kingdoms of the world to Jesus, which contradicts Psalms 2:8 where God is the one granting nations as an inheritance.
Matthew 4:8-9: Again, the devil taketh him up into an exceeding high mountain, and sheweth him all the kingdoms of the world, and the glory of them;
Contradiction with John 18:36
Here, Jesus says His kingdom is not of this world, contradicting the idea of earthly nations as His inheritance in Psalms 2:8.
John 18:36: Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.
Contradiction with Luke 4:5-6
Similar to Matthew 4, Satan claims authority over the kingdoms of the world, opposing the notion of God giving them as a heritage in Psalms 2:8.
Luke 4:5-6: And the devil, taking him up into an high mountain, shewed unto him all the kingdoms of the world in a moment of time.
Contradiction with Matthew 20:25-28
Jesus contrasts His leadership and servanthood with worldly rulers, which contradicts the notion of ruling nations as stated in Psalms 2:8.
Matthew 20:25-28: But Jesus called them [unto him], and said, Ye know that the princes of the Gentiles exercise dominion over them, and they that are great exercise authority upon them.
Contradiction with 1 John 5:19
This verse states the whole world lies in the power of the wicked one, conflicting with the notion of divine inheritance from Psalms 2:8.
1 John 5:19: [And] we know that we are of God, and the whole world lieth in wickedness.
Paradox #1
"Psalms 2:8" could potentially have a contradiction or conflict regarding its interpretation and application over time. This verse discusses the idea of nations being given as a possession, which has been interpreted in various ways throughout history. Some might see it as a prophecy relating to a specific historical figure or nation, while others interpret it as symbolic or relating to a spiritual kingdom. The different interpretations can lead to inconsistency when trying to apply it in a historical or literal context.