Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 40:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 40:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 40:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, people who tease and laugh at others will end up sad and embarrassed because of their mean actions. It's like saying, if you make fun of others, it will come back to you and make you feel bad.

Psalms 40:15: Let them be desolate for a reward of their shame that say unto me, Aha, aha.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Psalms 40:15 calls for shame and confusion upon enemies, while Matthew 5:44 teaches to love and pray for enemies, contradicting the desire for their disgrace.

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 Proverbs 24:17

Psalms 40:15 suggests rejoicing in the shame of enemies, whereas Proverbs 24:17 advises against rejoicing when an enemy falls, contradicting the notion of celebrating their confusion.

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

Contradiction with Romans 12:14

Psalms 40:15 involves desiring negative outcomes for adversaries, but Romans 12:14 instructs to bless rather than curse those who persecute, contradicting the wish for their shame and confusion.

Romans 12:14: Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

Psalms 40:15 speaks to a call for shame on enemies, while 1 Peter 3:9 advises not to repay evil for evil, suggesting a refraining from seeking retribution, contradicting the desire for their confusion.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
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