Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 33:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 33:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 33:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, the psalmist, it means that no king or strong person can win or be safe just because they have a big army or lots of strength. It shows that true help and safety come from trusting God, not just in what they have.

Psalms 33:16: There is no king saved by the multitude of an host: a mighty man is not delivered by much strength.

Contradiction with Proverbs 21:31

While Psalms 33:16 suggests that a horse is of no true safety, Proverbs highlights that the horse's readiness for battle is essential.

Proverbs 21:31: The horse [is] prepared against the day of battle: but safety [is] of the LORD. [safety: or, victory]

Contradiction with 2 Samuel 22:33-35

Contrasts with the notion that strength cannot deliver by emphasizing God as the source who strengthens for victory.

2 Samuel 22:33-35: God [is] my strength [and] power: and he maketh my way perfect. [maketh: Heb. riddeth, or, looseth]

Contradiction with Psalm 20:7

Contradicts the idea that human means like horses cannot save, as it suggests trusting in them can lead to failure.

Psalm 20:7: Some [trust] in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5

Suggests that relying on human strength, like in Psalms 33:16, is vain and accursed.

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

Contradicts by warning against seeking aid through horses and chariots rather than divine help.

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!
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