Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 5:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 5:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 5:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to King David, the writer of this Psalm, he is asking God to help him do the right thing because there are people watching him who want to see him make mistakes. He wants God to show him the right path to follow.

Psalms 5:8: Lead me, O LORD, in thy righteousness because of mine enemies; make thy way straight before my face. [mine...: Heb. those which observe me]

Contradiction with Proverbs 14:12

This verse suggests that there is a way that seems right to a person, but ultimately leads to death, which can contradict seeking guidance in righteousness as in Psalms 5:8.

Proverbs 14:12: There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof [are] the ways of death.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 10:23

This verse implies that individuals cannot direct their own steps, contrasting with Psalms 5:8, which requests direct guidance from the Lord, suggesting some personal input or discernment is possible.

Jeremiah 10:23: O LORD, I know that the way of man [is] not in himself: [it is] not in man that walketh to direct his steps.

Contradiction with Romans 3:10

This verse states there is none righteous, which contradicts Psalms 5:8’s plea for guidance in righteousness.

Romans 3:10: As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one:

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9

These verses emphasize that God's ways and thoughts are higher than human ways, which can conflict with the idea of finding a clear and direct path as requested in Psalms 5:8.

Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.
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