Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 45:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 45:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 45:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, this verse means that the person it talks about smells really nice, like special perfumes, and they live in a beautiful palace that makes them very happy. It's like when someone wears their favorite clothes and feels good because everything smells and looks awesome.

Psalms 45:8: All thy garments [smell] of myrrh, and aloes, [and] cassia, out of the ivory palaces, whereby they have made thee glad.

Contradiction with Exodus 30:32

This verse prohibits the use of anointing oil on non-sacred individuals, whereas Psalms 45:8 celebrates fragrant oils as a personal adornment.

Exodus 30:32: Upon man's flesh shall it not be poured, neither shall ye make [any other] like it, after the composition of it: it [is] holy, [and] it shall be holy unto you.

Contradiction with Isaiah 3:24

This verse speaks of a time when sweet fragrances will turn to stench, contradicting the joyful and fragrant description in Psalms 45:8.

Isaiah 3:24: And it shall come to pass, [that] instead of sweet smell there shall be stink; and instead of a girdle a rent; and instead of well set hair baldness; and instead of a stomacher a girding of sackcloth; [and] burning instead of beauty.

Contradiction with Amos 6:6

This verse criticizes those who indulge in fragrant oils, contrasting with the positive depiction in Psalms 45:8.

Amos 6:6: That drink wine in bowls, and anoint themselves with the chief ointments: but they are not grieved for the affliction of Joseph. [wine...: or, in bowls of wine] [affliction: Heb. breach]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:17-18

This passage advises anointing with oil in secret, which contrasts with the public and celebratory context of precious oils in Psalms 45:8.

Matthew 6:17-18: But thou, when thou fastest, anoint thine head, and wash thy face;
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