Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 7:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 7:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 7:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, David, if someone doesn't change their bad ways, God is ready to stop them with His power, like a warrior getting ready with a sword and a bow. This means it's important to do the right thing so we don't face trouble from God.

Psalms 7:12: If he turn not, he will whet his sword; he hath bent his bow, and made it ready.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:32

This verse suggests that God does not take pleasure in the death of the wicked, which contradicts the idea in Psalms 7:12 that God prepares to judge the wicked.

Ezekiel 18:32: For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn [yourselves], and live ye. [yourselves: or, others]

Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9

This verse highlights God's patience and desire for all to repent, contrasting with the immediate judgment seen in Psalms 7:12.

2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44-45

These verses encourage loving enemies and reflect a merciful approach, differing from the idea of judgment and preparation against the wicked in Psalms 7:12.

Matthew 5:44-45: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Paradox #1

This verse talks about God preparing to judge and punish those who do not change their ways. A possible contradiction or conflict could be the idea of a loving and forgiving God also being one who punishes. Some people might see a tension between the concepts of forgiveness and retribution, wondering how both can coexist in the nature of God.

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