Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 73:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 73:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 73:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to many Christians who study the book of Psalms, this verse, often attributed to David, means that some people have so much wealth and plenty that it's as if their eyes are popping out with how much they have. They have more things than they can even dream of having.

Psalms 73:7: Their eyes stand out with fatness: they have more than heart could wish. [have...: Heb. pass the thoughts of the heart]

Contradiction with Psalms 37:4

This verse suggests that delighting in the Lord leads to the desires of the heart being fulfilled, contrasting with Psalm 73:7's depiction of the wicked's corrupt desires.

Psalms 37:4: Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.

Contradiction with Proverbs 10:22

This verse implies that true wealth without sorrow comes from the Lord, contradicting the idea of wealth gained through wickedness as suggested in Psalm 73:7.

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

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20

These verses highlight the importance of storing treasures in heaven rather than on earth, opposing the materialism and earthly focus implied in Psalm 73:7.

Matthew 6:19-20: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

Contradiction with James 5:1-3

This passage warns the rich about the misery that wealth accumulation without righteousness brings, contrasting with the seeming prosperity of the wicked in Psalm 73:7.

James 5:1-3: Go to now, [ye] rich men, weep and howl for your miseries that shall come upon [you].

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency in Psalm 73:7 might arise from the portrayal of the prosperity of the wicked. It conflicts with the belief that righteousness leads to blessings. This tension can cause confusion about why immoral people sometimes seem to thrive while the righteous suffer.

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