Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 86:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 86:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 86:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of this psalm, when people who think they are better than others and cause trouble try to hurt us, they do not care about God or what He wants. It is a reminder to trust God when facing difficult times.

Psalms 86:14: O God, the proud are risen against me, and the assemblies of violent [men] have sought after my soul; and have not set thee before them. [violent: Heb. terrible]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While Psalms 86:14 speaks of the proud rising against the psalmist, Matthew 5:44 instructs to love your enemies and bless those who curse you, which contradicts the appeal for divine retribution against 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

Psalms 86:14 involves a plea against violent men who do not put God before them, whereas Romans 12:19 advises against taking vengeance and encourages leaving it to God's wrath, promoting patience over urgency.

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 Proverbs 24:17

Psalms 86:14 is a call for deliverance from the arrogant and violent, contrary to Proverbs 24:17, which teaches not to rejoice when enemies fall, encouraging compassion over retribution.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

In Psalms 86:14, the psalmist pleads for intervention against foes, whereas Exodus 14:14 emphasizes that the Lord will fight for you, advocating for stillness and faith rather than direct confrontation with foes.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

While Psalms 86:14 is about seeking deliverance from aggressive adversaries, Luke 6:27 teaches to do good to those who hate you, encouraging proactive kindness even towards hostile individuals.

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