Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 72:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 72:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 72:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, this verse means that God will make a small amount of seeds grow into many crops even in difficult places, just like how plants grow a lot in the city. It shows that God can make things grow and thrive everywhere, making people happy like when they see lots of green grass.

Psalms 72:16: There shall be an handful of corn in the earth upon the top of the mountains; the fruit thereof shall shake like Lebanon: and [they] of the city shall flourish like grass of the earth.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19

Contradicts the idea of abundance by advising against storing earthly treasures.

Matthew 6:19: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

Contradiction with Proverbs 13:7

Suggests the opposite of wealth and abundance, stating there is someone who makes himself rich, yet has nothing.

Proverbs 13:7: There is that maketh himself rich, yet [hath] nothing: [there is] that maketh himself poor, yet [hath] great riches.

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:16

Contradicts by asserting that having little with the fear of the Lord is better than great treasure with trouble.

Proverbs 15:16: Better [is] little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure and trouble therewith.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:11

Emphasizes contentment in any situation, whether in need or plenty, suggesting abundance isn't necessary.

Philippians 4:11: Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, [therewith] to be content.

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:8

States having food and clothing we should be content, implying abundance isn't essential.

1 Timothy 6:8: And having food and raiment let us be therewith content.
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