Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 31:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 31:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 31:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, people around him, including his neighbors and those who knew him, did not like him and were afraid of him. Even his friends ran away when they saw him, making him feel very alone and rejected.

Psalms 31:11: I was a reproach among all mine enemies, but especially among my neighbours, and a fear to mine acquaintance: they that did see me without fled from me.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:4

While Psalm 31:11 highlights rejection and scorn, Proverbs 3:4 speaks of gaining favor and good understanding with God and man, portraying acceptance rather than ostracism.

Proverbs 3:4: So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man. [good...: or, good success]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:11-12

Psalm 31:11 focuses on being a reproach and outcast, whereas Matthew 5:11-12 encourages rejoicing and being glad when persecuted, as it leads to blessings and rewards in heaven.

Matthew 5:11-12: Blessed are ye, when [men] shall revile you, and persecute [you], and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. [falsely: Gr. lying]

Contradiction with John 15:18

Psalm 31:11 deals with rejection from people, but John 15:18 suggests that being hated and rejected by the world is a sign of alignment with Jesus, not an outcast situation.

John 15:18: If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before [it hated] you.

Contradiction with Romans 8:31

Psalm 31:11 describes being forsaken by acquaintances and neighbors, but Romans 8:31 assures that if God is for us, no one can be against us, providing a stance of divine support despite human rejection.

Romans 8:31: What shall we then say to these things? If God [be] for us, who [can be] against us?

Contradiction with 1 John 3:1

Psalm 31:11 expresses being abandoned by others, whereas 1 John 3:1 emphasizes the love of God that makes us His children, presenting a belonging and acceptance rather than isolation.

1 John 3:1: Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not.

Paradox #1

Psalms 31:11 describes a personal experience of feeling rejected and despised. A potential contradiction could be the idea that a person who is faithful and righteous could still experience such extreme abandonment and hostility. This might seem inconsistent with the belief that righteousness should lead to protection and favor from others and from God.

← Psalms 31:10
Share
Psalms 31:12 →
Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information shared as Polar Verses.