Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 5:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 5:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 5:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, people who trust in God can be really happy and excited because God keeps them safe. Those who love God's name can find joy in Him.

Psalms 5:11: But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice: let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them: let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee. [defendest...: Heb. coverest over, or, protectest them]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While Psalms 5:11 speaks of rejoicing for those who trust in God, Matthew 5:44 urges believers to love their enemies, which can seem contradictory to the idea of finding joy in God’s protection against foes.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

Psalms 5:11 encourages joy in God's protection, but Proverbs 24:17 advises not to rejoice when one's enemy falls, which can contrast with the idea of joy associated with overcoming adversaries.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Romans 12:20

This verse speaks about providing for your enemy, which contrasts with the protective and adversarial tone found in Psalms 5:11 about rejoicing and defending against those opposed to God.

Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.

Contradiction with Exodus 23:4-5

While Psalms 5:11 centers on joy and refuge given by God, Exodus 23:4-5 commands the return of an enemy’s lost property, highlighting an approach of kindness rather than focus on division or protection.

Exodus 23:4-5: If thou meet thine enemy's ox or his ass going astray, thou shalt surely bring it back to him again.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22

Encourages feeding and providing for your enemy, a compassionate approach which contrasts with the perspective of protection against enemies as seen in Psalms 5:11.

Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
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