Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1
Proverbs 15:1 promotes the use of a gentle answer to turn away wrath, which contradicts the violent and harmful speech described in Psalms 64:4.
Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
Contradiction with James 1:19
James 1:19 advises being slow to speak and slow to become angry, opposing the swift and careless intent to harm with words mentioned in Psalms 64:4.
James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:29
Ephesians 4:29 encourages speaking only words that build others up, contrasting sharply with the harmful and deceitful speech in Psalms 64:4.
Ephesians 4:29: Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers. [to...: or, to edify profitably]
Paradox #1
Psalms 64:4 talks about attacking others with words from a hidden position. The contradiction here could be the difference between promoting honesty and transparency versus engaging in secretive or harmful speech. While many teachings in the Bible advocate for honesty and integrity, this verse highlights the reality of people speaking harmfully in secret, potentially conflicting with the value of openness.