Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 56:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 56:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 56:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, the author of this psalm, trusting in God means not being afraid of what people can do to us. He praises God because he believes God will keep him safe and take care of him.

Psalms 56:4: In God I will praise his word, in God I have put my trust; I will not fear what flesh can do unto me.

Contradiction with Proverbs 29:25

Contradicts because it suggests fearing man, which is a snare, whereas Psalms 56:4 promotes trusting in God without fear of man.

Proverbs 29:25: The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe. [safe: Heb. set on high]

Contradiction with Matthew 10:28

Contradicts as it encourages fearing those who can kill the body, while Psalms 56:4 states there is no need to fear what flesh can do.

Matthew 10:28: And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.

Contradiction with Psalm 118:8

Contradicts by implying trust in man might be required in certain instances, whereas Psalms 56:4 promotes exclusive trust in God over fear of man.

Psalm 118:8: [It is] better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Contradicts because it offers reassurance from God not to fear, similar to Psalms 56:4, yet implies fear might arise.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
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