Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 84:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 84:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 84:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the psalmist, people are happy and strong when they trust in God and follow His ways in their hearts. This means they feel safe and full of joy because God helps them on their journey.

Psalms 84:5: Blessed [is] the man whose strength [is] in thee; in whose heart [are] the ways [of them].

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:26

While Psalms 84:5 emphasizes the strength and blessedness found in trusting God's ways, Proverbs 28:26 warns against trusting in one's own heart, implying reliance on God's understanding rather than personal strength.

Proverbs 28:26: He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5

This verse warns against trusting in man and makes a stark contrast with the blessed state of those whose strength is in God as highlighted in Psalms 84:5.

Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.

Contradiction with Isaiah 31:1

Whereas Psalms 84:5 talks about blessings for those whose strength is in God, Isaiah 31:1 criticizes those who seek help and strength from Egypt (symbolizing worldly assistance) rather than looking to the Holy One of Israel.

Isaiah 31:1: Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because [they are] many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!

Contradiction with Matthew 26:41

Jesus advises vigilance and prayer to counteract human weakness, contrasting the idea of inherent strength that comes from having one's strength in God as stated in Psalms 84:5.

Matthew 26:41: He went away again the second time, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if this cup may not pass away from me, except I drink it, thy will be done.
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