Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 81:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 81:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 81:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to King David, if the people listened to God and followed Him, He would make their enemies go away and protect them from anyone who tries to hurt them. God promises to keep them safe if they trust Him.

Psalms 81:14: I should soon have subdued their enemies, and turned my hand against their adversaries.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse contradicts Psalms 81:14 by encouraging love and prayer for enemies, whereas Psalms 81:14 speaks of subduing adversaries.

Matthew 5:44: 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;

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse contradicts Psalms 81:14 as it advises against seeking personal revenge, leaving vengeance to God, different from the notion of God actively subduing enemies in Psalms 81:14.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

This verse contradicts Psalms 81:14 by instructing believers to love their enemies, diverging from the theme of overcoming adversaries present in Psalms 81:14.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

This verse advises waiting on the Lord for salvation rather than seeking to subdue foes, contrasting with the immediate subduing action described in Psalms 81:14.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
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