Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 68:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 68:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 68:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, David, this verse means that when big armies ran away fast, the people who stayed at home got to share all the treasures left behind. It's like a big reward for being patient and waiting.

Psalms 68:12: Kings of armies did flee apace: and she that tarried at home divided the spoil. [did...: Heb. did flee, did flee]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

While Psalms 68:12 speaks to the victory and spoils from war, Matthew 5:39 advocates for non-retaliation and turning the other cheek, promoting peace over conflict.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Psalms 68:12 reflects the triumph after battle, whereas Luke 6:27 teaches to love enemies and do good to those who hate you, emphasizing love over victory through conflict.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with Romans 12:17

Psalms 68:12 suggests a battle won and spoils taken, but Romans 12:17 advises not to repay evil for evil, favoring righteousness over vengeance or conquest.

Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with Isaiah 2:4

Where Psalms 68:12 depicts division of spoil from war, Isaiah 2:4 envisions a time when nations will abandon war altogether and not learn war anymore, highlighting peace advanced over war.

Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]

Paradox #1

The contradiction in this context could be the differing interpretations or translations of who "she" refers to and whether the verse accurately reflects a historical event or is symbolic. Different translations and manuscripts might present variations that lead to inconsistencies in understanding the historical and cultural setting.

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