Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 42:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 42:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 42:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, when he feels very sad and far away, he thinks about God and remembers the special places where God helped him and his people. This makes him feel closer to God and a little better inside.

Psalms 42:6: O my God, my soul is cast down within me: therefore will I remember thee from the land of Jordan, and of the Hermonites, from the hill Mizar. [the hill...: or, the little hill]

Contradiction with Philippians 4:13

It speaks of strength through Christ, while Psalms 42:6 mentions a soul cast down and troubled.

Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:10

It speaks of taking pleasure in infirmities for strength, whereas Psalms 42:6 reflects discouragement.

2 Corinthians 12:10: Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.

Contradiction with John 16:33

It talks about peace and overcoming the world, contrasting with the turmoil expressed in Psalms 42:6.

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 James 1:2-3

This verse speaks of joy in trials, while Psalms 42:6 expresses sadness and despair.

James 1:2-3: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]
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