Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 58:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 58:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 58:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Psalms, this verse means that some people, like snakes, don't listen to others no matter how clever or kind the speaker is. It reminds Christians that not everyone will follow good advice or change their ways.

Psalms 58:5: Which will not hearken to the voice of charmers, charming never so wisely. [charming...: or, be the charmer never so cunning]

Contradiction with Proverbs 26:3

Debate the effectiveness of chastisements upon folly, suggesting corrective action.

Proverbs 26:3: A whip for the horse, a bridle for the ass, and a rod for the fool's back.

Contradiction with Proverbs 29:19

Implies that only words are insufficient for correction, opposing the ineffective charming in Psalms 58:5.

Proverbs 29:19: A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:23

Discusses a stubborn refusal to listen, aligning with Psalms 58:5 but highlighting different contexts of disobedience.

Jeremiah 17:23: But they obeyed not, neither inclined their ear, but made their neck stiff, that they might not hear, nor receive instruction.
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