Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 42:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 42:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 42:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Psalms, this verse shows someone feeling very sad and crying a lot because it seems like God is not there to help them. They feel upset because others are asking them, "Where is your God?" as if He doesn't care.

Psalms 42:3: My tears have been my meat day and night, while they continually say unto me, Where [is] thy God?

Contradiction with Psalm 23:1

Contradicts the questioning of God's presence in times of trouble by affirming the Lord as a present and sufficient shepherd.

Psalm 23:1: [A Psalm of David.] The LORD [is] my shepherd; I shall not want.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:4

Contradicts the expression of sadness in Psalms 42:3 by instructing believers to rejoice in the Lord always.

Philippians 4:4: Rejoice in the Lord alway: [and] again I say, Rejoice.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Contradicts the feeling of despair in Psalms 42:3 by offering reassurance of God's presence and support.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with John 16:33

Contradicts Psalms 42:3 by offering peace and encouragement despite tribulations.

John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:7

Contradicts despair by encouraging casting anxieties on God because He cares.

1 Peter 5:7: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:12

Contradicts sorrow by suggesting joy and gladness in the face of adversity.

Matthew 5:12: Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great [is] your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.
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