Contradiction with James 2:13
Psalms 5:4 states that God takes no pleasure in wickedness, implying strict justice, whereas James 2:13 highlights mercy triumphing over judgment.
James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:45
Psalms 5:4 implies God diverges away from evil doers, but Matthew 5:45 explains that God sends blessings like the sun and rain on both the evil and the good.
Matthew 5:45: That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust.
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
Psalms 5:4 suggests God's intolerance for wickedness, while 2 Peter 3:9 expresses God's patience with sinners, not wanting anyone to perish.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with Romans 5:8
Psalms 5:4 implies God doesn't condone sinfulness, but Romans 5:8 demonstrates His love in Christ's death for sinners.
Romans 5:8: But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
Contradiction with Exodus 34:6-7
This passage describes God as merciful and forgiving, which can seem at odds with the strictness of Psalms 5:4 towards wickedness.
Exodus 34:6-7: And the LORD passed by before him, and proclaimed, The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth,
Contradiction with Luke 15:7
Psalms 5:4 implies no tolerance for wickedness, while Luke 15:7 emphasizes joy in heaven over a sinner who repents.
Luke 15:7: I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance.
Paradox #1
Psalms 5:4 says that God does not delight in wickedness or allow evil to be with Him. A potential contradiction could arise when comparing this to verses that depict God as being omnipresent, meaning He is everywhere, including places where evil exists. Additionally, there are parts of the Bible where God is depicted as allowing or interacting with evil for a greater purpose or plan, which might seem inconsistent with the idea that He does not permit it to dwell with Him. This tension highlights the complexity of understanding God's nature and presence in relation to evil.
Paradox #2
Psalms 5:4 talks about God not taking pleasure in wickedness or evil. A possible contradiction could arise when considering that the same God who detests evil allows free will, which can lead to evil actions. This might seem inconsistent with a world still full of wrongdoing, despite God's stance against it.