Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 78:35

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 78:35 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 78:35. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Psalms, this verse means that the people remembered that God was like a strong, safe rock for them and that He was the one who saved and helped them. It shows how they realized that God was always there to make things better for them.

Psalms 78:35: And they remembered that God [was] their rock, and the high God their redeemer.

Contradiction with Psalms 14:1

Explains that "there is no God," contrasting with recognizing God as a rock and redeemer.

Psalms 14:1: [To the chief Musician, [A Psalm] of David.] The fool hath said in his heart, [There is] no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, [there is] none that doeth good.

Contradiction with Proverbs 30:9

Highlights a denial of God, conflicting with the acknowledgment in Psalms 78:35.

Proverbs 30:9: Lest I be full, and deny [thee], and say, Who [is] the LORD? or lest I be poor, and steal, and take the name of my God [in vain]. [deny...: Heb. belie thee]

Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:25

Speaks of inequality in God's ways, opposing the depiction of God as a steadfast rock in Psalms 78:35.

Ezekiel 18:25: Yet ye say, The way of the Lord is not equal. Hear now, O house of Israel; Is not my way equal? are not your ways unequal?

Contradiction with Job 9:22-23

Describes arbitrary divine actions, contrasting with the portrayal of a redeeming God.

Job 9:22-23: This [is] one [thing], therefore I said [it], He destroyeth the perfect and the wicked.

Contradiction with Habakkuk 1:2

Expresses doubt over God's intervention, unlike the reliance on God as a savior in Psalms 78:35.

Habakkuk 1:2: O LORD, how long shall I cry, and thou wilt not hear! [even] cry out unto thee [of] violence, and thou wilt not save!

Contradiction with Isaiah 45:7

Attributes both peace and evil to God, differing from the consistent redeemer image.

Isaiah 45:7: I form the light, and create darkness: I make peace, and create evil: I the LORD do all these [things].

Contradiction with Exodus 32:9-10

God expresses wrath towards Israel, conflicting with the protective rock imagery.

Exodus 32:9-10: And the LORD said unto Moses, I have seen this people, and, behold, it [is] a stiffnecked people:

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency in Psalms 78:35 could be seen in how people remember God as their Savior after experiencing troubles, rather than maintaining consistent faith and devotion throughout all circumstances. This reflects a conflict between genuine, continuous faith and the tendency to turn to spirituality only during difficult times.

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