Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 82:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 82:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 82:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Psalms, people don't understand what God wants, and this makes the world feel all mixed up and dark, like when you can't find your way home at night. The ground under us seems shaky because people aren't listening to God.

Psalms 82:5: They know not, neither will they understand; they walk on in darkness: all the foundations of the earth are out of course. [out...: Heb. moved]

Contradiction with Proverbs 4:7

This verse emphasizes the importance of wisdom, stating with wisdom comes understanding, which contrasts with the claim of lacking knowledge and understanding in Psalms 82:5.

Proverbs 4:7: Wisdom [is] the principal thing; [therefore] get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.

Contradiction with James 1:5

This verse suggests that if one lacks wisdom, they should ask God, who will give generously, which contradicts the notion of darkness and lack of wisdom mentioned in Psalms 82:5.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Isaiah 29:14

This verse speaks of the wisdom of the wise perishing, which contrasts with the implication of a more pervasive absence of understanding in Psalms 82:5.

Isaiah 29:14: Therefore, behold, I will proceed to do a marvellous work among this people, [even] a marvellous work and a wonder: for the wisdom of their wise [men] shall perish, and the understanding of their prudent [men] shall be hid. [proceed: Heb. add]

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:19

This verse indicates that God will destroy the wisdom of the wise, suggesting a divine intervention contrary to the inherent darkness mentioned in Psalms 82:5.

1 Corinthians 1:19: For it is written, I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and will bring to nothing the understanding of the prudent.

Contradiction with Proverbs 2:6

This verse illustrates that wisdom and understanding come from the Lord, contradicting the depiction of ignorance and spiritual blindness in Psalms 82:5.

Proverbs 2:6: For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth [cometh] knowledge and understanding.

Paradox #1

This verse might present a contradiction or conflict in the way it suggests that a lack of understanding or knowledge can lead to injustice or moral failure. This could raise questions about the fairness of holding people accountable for actions stemming from ignorance, and whether it's just to judge them as if they had full understanding. The tension lies in balancing mercy for those lacking knowledge with maintaining justice.

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