Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 38:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 38:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 38:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to most Christians, the person who wrote this is asking God for help because people are trying to trick him and say mean things about him. He feels scared and wants God to protect him from these bad people.

Psalms 38:12: They also that seek after my life lay snares [for me]: and they that seek my hurt speak mischievous things, and imagine deceits all the day long.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, unlike the adversarial pursuit described in Psalms 38:12.

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 12:20

This verse advises feeding your enemy if they are hungry, which contrasts with the intent to harm depicted in Psalms 38:12.

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.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21

This verse suggests showing kindness to enemies by giving them food and drink, contradicting the malicious schemes in Psalms 38:12.

Proverbs 25:21: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
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