Contradiction with Psalms 23:5
This verse speaks of God preparing a table before the Psalmist in the presence of his enemies, indicating honor, contrary to Psalms 79:4, which mentions becoming a reproach.
Psalms 23:5: Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. [anointest: Heb. makest fat]
Contradiction with Psalms 27:6
Here, the writer is lifted above his enemies with joy, which contrasts with being a scorn and derision in Psalms 79:4.
Psalms 27:6: And now shall mine head be lifted up above mine enemies round about me: therefore will I offer in his tabernacle sacrifices of joy; I will sing, yea, I will sing praises unto the LORD. [joy: Heb. shouting]
Contradiction with Psalms 44:13
Although this verse initially seems to align, it ultimately ensures hope and deliverance, which contrasts with the enduring reproach in Psalms 79:4.
Psalms 44:13: Thou makest us a reproach to our neighbours, a scorn and a derision to them that are round about us.
Contradiction with Psalms 46:1
This verse emphasizes God as a refuge and strength, always present in times of trouble, countering the abandonment felt in Psalms 79:4.
Psalms 46:1: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
God’s reassurance and promise of support to His people contrast the notion of being left as a scorn and ridicule in Psalms 79:4.
Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Contradiction with Romans 8:31
This verse asserts that if God is for us, none can be against us, contradicting the idea of being a reproach as expressed in Psalms 79:4.
Romans 8:31: What shall we then say to these things? If God [be] for us, who [can be] against us?
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in Psalms 79:4 could arise from the way it expresses a feeling of shame and scorn faced by the people. This might seem inconsistent with the message of hope and faith often emphasized elsewhere in religious teachings. It could pose a conflict for believers who are encouraged to maintain trust in a benevolent deity while experiencing such deep humiliation and distress.