Contradiction with Isaiah 40:8
This verse says, "The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever." It contradicts Psalms 49:11 by affirming the eternal nature of God's word, as opposed to the temporary earthly legacy of humans.
Isaiah 40:8: The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.
Contradiction with James 4:14
This verse mentions that life is like a vapor, "that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away," contradicting the idea in Psalms 49:11 of trying to establish a lasting name on earth.
James 4:14: Whereas ye know not what [shall be] on the morrow. For what [is] your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away. [It...: or, For it is]
Contradiction with 1 John 2:17
This verse states, "And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever." This contrasts with Psalms 49:11 by implying that earthly endeavors are fleeting.
1 John 2:17: And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 1:4
It states, "One generation passeth away, and another generation cometh: but the earth abideth for ever." This contrasts with Psalms 49:11 by emphasizing the transient nature of individual human lives.
Ecclesiastes 1:4: [One] generation passeth away, and [another] generation cometh: but the earth abideth for ever.
Contradiction with Luke 12:20
In this parable, God says, "Thou fool, this night thy soul shall be required of thee: then whose shall those things be, which thou hast provided?" It contradicts Psalms 49:11 by highlighting the futility of relying on earthly wealth or legacy.
Luke 12:20: But God said unto him, [Thou] fool, this night thy soul shall be required of thee: then whose shall those things be, which thou hast provided? [thy...: Gr. do they require thy soul]
Paradox #1
The verse in question suggests that people think their houses and lands will last forever, and they name them after themselves. The potential contradiction or inconsistency here could be with biblical teachings on impermanence and the understanding that material possessions and earthly life are temporary, as emphasized in other scriptures. Overall, the verse highlights human pride and the mistaken belief in earthly permanence, which can conflict with the Bible's overarching message that spiritual matters and the eternal life are what truly last.
Paradox #2
Psalms 49:11 talks about people thinking their wealth and houses will last forever, even naming lands after themselves. The contradiction could be that, while people believe material wealth will make them immortal, spiritual teachings often emphasize that true immortality comes from spiritual life and connection to God, not from earthly possessions. This highlights the inconsistency between seeking permanence through wealth versus through spiritual values.