Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 66:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 66:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 66:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, God let challenging things happen to us, like walking through fire and water, but He also helped us and took us to a good and safe place. This shows that even when things are hard, God is always taking care of us and will lead us to better times.

Psalms 66:12: Thou hast caused men to ride over our heads; we went through fire and through water: but thou broughtest us out into a wealthy [place]. [wealthy: Heb. moist]

Contradiction with Isaiah 43:2

While Psalms 66:12 describes going through fire and water as a consequence, Isaiah 43:2 promises divine protection through such trials without being overwhelmed.

Isaiah 43:2: When thou passest through the waters, I [will be] with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.

Contradiction with Exodus 14:13-14

Psalms 66:12 reflects an experience of trial leading to abundance, whereas Exodus 14:13-14 emphasizes standing still to witness salvation and divine intervention.

Exodus 14:13-14: And Moses said unto the people, Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will shew to you to day: for the Egyptians whom ye have seen to day, ye shall see them again no more for ever. [for the...: or, for whereas ye have seen the Egyptians to day]

Contradiction with Job 1:21

Psalms 66:12 concludes with coming into a place of abundance, yet Job 1:21 acknowledges the Lord giving and taking away, highlighting loss rather than gain.

Job 1:21: And said, Naked came I out of my mother's womb, and naked shall I return thither: the LORD gave, and the LORD hath taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD.

Contradiction with Proverbs 10:22

Psalms 66:12 describes trials leading to prosperity, while Proverbs 10:22 states that the blessing of the Lord, without sorrow, makes one rich, implying no need for hardship.

Proverbs 10:22: The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28-30

While Psalms 66:12 indicates a process of trial before enlargement, Matthew 11:28-30 offers rest and an easy burden, suggesting relief rather than trials.

Matthew 11:28-30: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Contradiction with Habakkuk 3:17-18

In contrast to reaching abundance in Psalms 66:12 through hardship, Habakkuk 3:17-18 conveys joy in God despite lacking prosperity.

Habakkuk 3:17-18: Although the fig tree shall not blossom, neither [shall] fruit [be] in the vines; the labour of the olive shall fail, and the fields shall yield no meat; the flock shall be cut off from the fold, and [there shall be] no herd in the stalls: [fail: Heb. lie]
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