Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 68:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 68:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 68:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, God promises to rescue His people no matter how far away or in trouble they are. Just like bringing them back from a faraway land or deep ocean, God wants to keep them safe and close to Him.

Psalms 68:22: The Lord said, I will bring again from Bashan, I will bring [my people] again from the depths of the sea:

Contradiction with Psalms 103:8-9

These verses emphasize God's mercy and slow anger, potentially contradicting the retributive justice implied in Psalms 68:22.

Psalms 103:8-9: The LORD [is] merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. [plentious...: Heb. great in mercy]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse encourages love and prayer for enemies, contrasting with the pursuit of vengeance in Psalms 68:22.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse teaches to leave vengeance to God, highlighting a potential distinction from personal retribution suggested in Psalms 68:22.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

Advises against rejoicing at your enemy's downfall, which could contradict the celebratory tone of vengeance in Psalms 68:22.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Matthew 26:52

Suggests that those who take up the sword will perish by it, opposing the concept of divine vengeance in Psalms 68:22.

Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
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