Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 69:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 69:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 69:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, the author of the book, he feels sad and embarrassed because he is trying to do what God wants, but people are making fun of him for it. David is telling God that he is facing this trouble because he is trying to be good and follow Him.

Psalms 69:7: Because for thy sake I have borne reproach; shame hath covered my face.

Contradiction with Psalms 25:2

This verse expresses trust in God to not be put to shame, while Psalms 69:7 speaks of enduring reproach and shame.

Psalms 25:2: O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:35

The wise inherit glory, a contrast to the reproach mentioned in Psalms 69:7.

Proverbs 3:35: The wise shall inherit glory: but shame shall be the promotion of fools. [shall be...: Heb. exalteth the fools]

Contradiction with Isaiah 54:4

Promises freedom from shame and reproach, opposite to the experience mentioned in Psalms 69:7.

Isaiah 54:4: Fear not; for thou shalt not be ashamed: neither be thou confounded; for thou shalt not be put to shame: for thou shalt forget the shame of thy youth, and shalt not remember the reproach of thy widowhood any more.

Contradiction with Romans 10:11

Assures that those who believe in Him will not be ashamed, differing from the experience in Psalms 69:7.

Romans 10:11: For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:6

States that believers will not be confounded, contrary to the shame and confusion felt in Psalms 69:7.

1 Peter 2:6: Wherefore also it is contained in the scripture, Behold, I lay in Sion a chief corner stone, elect, precious: and he that believeth on him shall not be confounded.
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