Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 35:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 35:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 35:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, he was very sad and acted like a good friend or brother to someone who was hurt, just like how someone feels very sad when their mom is not around. He cared a lot and showed love, even when it was hard.

Psalms 35:14: I behaved myself as though [he had been] my friend [or] brother: I bowed down heavily, as one that mourneth [for his] mother. [behaved myself: Heb. walked] [as though...: Heb. as a friend, as a brother to me]

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

This verse advises not to rejoice when your enemy falls, suggesting a different approach than mourning for adversaries.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Encourages loving your enemies and praying for them, which contrasts with mourning for them as lost brethren.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Exodus 23:4-5

Instructs to assist your enemy, which is a proactive approach rather than passively mourning.

Exodus 23:4-5: If thou meet thine enemy's ox or his ass going astray, thou shalt surely bring it back to him again.

Contradiction with Romans 12:20

Advises feeding your enemy if he is hungry, suggesting concrete acts of kindness over mourning.

Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.
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