Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 83:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 83:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 83:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to a typical Christian understanding, the verse is about asking God to help defeat their enemies like He did long ago with the Midianites and other bad guys. It's like asking God to protect and take care of them.

Psalms 83:9: Do unto them as [unto] the Midianites; as [to] Sisera, as [to] Jabin, at the brook of Kison:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While Psalms 83:9 calls for doing to enemies as was done to Midian, Matthew 5:44 instructs to love enemies and pray for those who persecute you.

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 12:14

Unlike Psalms 83:9, which seeks vengeance against foes, Romans 12:14 calls to bless and not curse those who persecute.

Romans 12:14: Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22

Psalms 83:9 seeks retributive justice, whereas Proverbs 25:21-22 advises feeding and giving drink to your enemy, promoting kindness over vengeance.

Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Paradox #1

This verse may seem contradictory because it calls for the defeat of enemies in a way that might not align with teachings about forgiveness and love for others, as seen in other parts of the Bible. It highlights a tension between seeking justice or protection and practicing compassion and forgiveness.

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