Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 45:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 45:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 45:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Psalms, God is like a powerful king who does good things because he loves truth and kindness. God's strength will help us learn important lessons and do what is right.

Psalms 45:4: And in thy majesty ride prosperously because of truth and meekness [and] righteousness; and thy right hand shall teach thee terrible things. [ride...: Heb. prosper thou, ride thou]

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:18

While Psalms 45:4 discusses the majesty and righteousness, Proverbs 16:18 warns against pride, which can contradict the exaltation of self.

Proverbs 16:18: Pride [goeth] before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Psalms 45:4 speaks about riding prosperously in truth and righteousness, whereas Matthew 5:44 encourages love and prayer for enemies, suggesting peace over conquest.

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 Romans 12:19

Psalms 45:4 implies executing judgment, while Romans 12:19 teaches believers to leave vengeance to God, promoting personal restraint.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with James 3:17

James emphasizes wisdom that is peaceable and gentle, in contrast to Psalms 45:4's themes of battle and majesty.

James 3:17: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

Psalms 45:4 involves victory in battle, whereas 1 Peter 3:9 advises against returning evil for evil, advocating for peace and blessing instead.

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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