Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 36:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 36:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 36:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, this verse means asking God to keep us safe from people who think they are better than everyone else and from people who do bad things. It is like asking God to help us stay safe and strong.

Psalms 36:11: Let not the foot of pride come against me, and let not the hand of the wicked remove me.

Contradiction with Proverbs 11:5

While Psalms 36:11 seeks to prevent the foot of pride and evil from troubling the righteous, Proverbs 11:5 suggests that the righteousness of the perfect shall guide their way, implying their path is already safeguarded, which indirectly contradicts the need for such protection.

Proverbs 11:5: The righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way: but the wicked shall fall by his own wickedness. [direct: Heb. rectify]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Psalms 36:11 asks for the protection against the foot of pride, whereas Matthew 5:44 encourages loving and praying for one's enemies, suggesting a different approach to dealing with adversaries.

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 Romans 12:19

While Psalms 36:11 seeks protection from the wicked, Romans 12:19 advises believers not to seek vengeance but to leave room for God's wrath, suggesting a passive rather than an active seeking of protection.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 4:14

Psalms 36:11 requests protection from the proud and wicked, while 1 Peter 4:14 suggests that enduring insult for Christ's sake is a form of blessing, indirectly contradicting the plea for protection from such circumstances.

1 Peter 4:14: If ye be reproached for the name of Christ, happy [are ye]; for the spirit of glory and of God resteth upon you: on their part he is evil spoken of, but on your part he is glorified.
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