Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 55:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 55:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 55:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the Psalmist, God helped him feel safe and happy even when things were hard, because he had many friends and helpers with him.

Psalms 55:18: He hath delivered my soul in peace from the battle [that was] against me: for there were many with me.

Contradiction with Psalms 34:19

States that many are the afflictions of the righteous, which contrasts with Psalms 55:18 where deliverance from battle is assured.

Psalms 34:19: Many [are] the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.

Contradiction with John 16:33

Indicates that in the world, there will be tribulation, which contradicts the deliverance mentioned in Psalms 55:18.

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 2 Timothy 3:12

Suggests that all who live godly in Christ will suffer persecution, differing from the promise of peaceful deliverance in Psalms 55:18.

2 Timothy 3:12: Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:16

Notes that a righteous man falls seven times, implying ongoing struggles, which conflicts with the assurance of deliverance in Psalms 55:18.

Proverbs 24:16: For a just [man] falleth seven times, and riseth up again: but the wicked shall fall into mischief.

Contradiction with Matthew 24:9

Warns that believers will face hatred and affliction, contrasting the notion of peace and safety found in Psalms 55:18.

Matthew 24:9: Then shall they deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all nations for my name's sake.
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