Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 38:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 38:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 38:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Psalms, David, this verse shows how he felt as if he couldn't hear or speak up, just like someone who doesn't hear anything or say anything back. He felt alone and unable to answer when others said mean things about him.

Psalms 38:14: Thus I was as a man that heareth not, and in whose mouth [are] no reproofs.

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

Proverbs 15:1 suggests that a gentle response can be powerful and effective, contradicting Psalms 38:14 where silence is shown as the response.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:37

Matthew 5:37 emphasizes speaking plainly and directly, contrasting with the silence depicted in Psalms 38:14.

Matthew 5:37: But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:7

Ecclesiastes 3:7 indicates a time to speak and a time to refrain, whereas Psalms 38:14 focuses solely on remaining silent.

Ecclesiastes 3:7: A time to rend, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;

Contradiction with Proverbs 31:8-9

Proverbs 31:8-9 urges one to speak up for others, contrasting with the silence observed in Psalms 38:14.

Proverbs 31:8-9: Open thy mouth for the dumb in the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction. [such...: Heb. the sons of destruction]
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