Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 80:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 80:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 80:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Christians, this verse is explained by saying that God made something grow big and strong, reaching out far like a tree that grows close to the sea and the river. This shows how God can help reach and take care of many people.

Psalms 80:11: She sent out her boughs unto the sea, and her branches unto the river.

Contradiction with Isaiah 5:5

Psalms 80:11 speaks of a vine spreading its branches, whereas Isaiah 5:5 describes removing the hedge so the vine is devoured, implying destruction instead of growth.

Isaiah 5:5: And now go to; I will tell you what I will do to my vineyard: I will take away the hedge thereof, and it shall be eaten up; [and] break down the wall thereof, and it shall be trodden down: [trodden...: Heb. for a treading]

Contradiction with Ezekiel 15:2-4

Psalms 80:11 symbolizes prosperity and extension of the vine, while Ezekiel 15:2-4 considers the vine wood useless, fit only for burning, suggesting lack of value.

Ezekiel 15:2-4: Son of man, What is the vine tree more than any tree, [or than] a branch which is among the trees of the forest?

Contradiction with Matthew 21:19

Psalms 80:11 illustrates the flourishing of a vine, in contrast, Matthew 21:19 depicts Jesus cursing a fig tree for bearing no fruit, leading to its withering, showing barrenness instead of abundance.

Matthew 21:19: And when he saw a fig tree in the way, he came to it, and found nothing thereon, but leaves only, and said unto it, Let no fruit grow on thee henceforward for ever. And presently the fig tree withered away. [a fig tree: Gr. one fig tree]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 12:10

Psalms 80:11 talks about the vine spreading its influence, whereas Jeremiah 12:10 describes many shepherds destroying the vineyard, indicating ruin rather than expansion.

Jeremiah 12:10: Many pastors have destroyed my vineyard, they have trodden my portion under foot, they have made my pleasant portion a desolate wilderness. [pleasant...: Heb. portion of desire]

Contradiction with John 15:1-2

Psalms 80:11 celebrates growth and reach of a vine, while John 15:1-2 emphasizes pruning, where unproductive branches are cut off, indicating removal as opposed to spreading.

John 15:1-2: I am the true vine, and my Father is the husbandman.
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