Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 41:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 41:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 41:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Psalms, David, people who don't like him are secretly talking about him and making plans to hurt him. He feels like they are trying to do something bad to him.

Psalms 41:7: All that hate me whisper together against me: against me do they devise my hurt. [my...: Heb. evil to me]

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:6

This verse speaks of the faithful wounds of a friend being true, contrasting the betrayal and whispering mentioned in Psalms 41:7.

Proverbs 27:6: Faithful [are] the wounds of a friend; but the kisses of an enemy [are] deceitful. [deceitful: or, earnest, or, frequent]

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:17

Highlights constant love and support from a friend which contrasts with the betrayal by acquaintances in Psalms 41:7.

Proverbs 17:17: A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 4:8

Emphasizes love covering a multitude of sins, opposing the malice and whispering described in Psalms 41:7.

1 Peter 4:8: And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins. [shall: or, will]

Contradiction with Matthew 18:15

Advises addressing faults directly with an individual, contrary to the secretive whispering in Psalms 41:7.

Matthew 18:15: Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother.

Contradiction with John 15:12

Calls for loving one another, conflicting with the negative whispering and intents seen in Psalms 41:7.

John 15:12: This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you.

Contradiction with Genesis 50:20

Shows how others' evil intentions can be overturned for good, differing from the intended harm in whispering of Psalms 41:7.

Genesis 50:20: But as for you, ye thought evil against me; [but] God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as [it is] this day, to save much people alive.
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