Contradiction with Exodus 34:14
This verse commands worshiping no other god, emphasizing God's jealousy, which contrasts with Psalms 86:15's emphasis on mercy and compassion.
Exodus 34:14: For thou shalt worship no other god: for the LORD, whose name [is] Jealous, [is] a jealous God:
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:29
Says God will not relent, highlighting unchanging justice which contrasts with mercy and forgiveness in Psalms 86:15.
1 Samuel 15:29: And also the Strength of Israel will not lie nor repent: for he [is] not a man, that he should repent. [Strength: or, Eternity, or, Victory]
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 4:24
Describes God as a consuming fire and jealous, focusing on judgment, contrasting with Psalms 86:15's compassion.
Deuteronomy 4:24: For the LORD thy God [is] a consuming fire, [even] a jealous God.
Contradiction with Numbers 11:33
Describes God's anger in action against people, contradicting the merciful nature in Psalms 86:15.
Numbers 11:33: And while the flesh [was] yet between their teeth, ere it was chewed, the wrath of the LORD was kindled against the people, and the LORD smote the people with a very great plague.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 7:9
God's eye will not spare nor have pity, emphasizing wrath, which is opposite to the merciful God in Psalms 86:15.
Ezekiel 7:9: And mine eye shall not spare, neither will I have pity: I will recompense thee according to thy ways and thine abominations [that] are in the midst of thee; and ye shall know that I [am] the LORD that smiteth. [thee according: Heb. upon thee, etc]
Contradiction with Nahum 1:2
God is described as jealous and avenging, contrasting with being slow to anger in Psalms 86:15.
Nahum 1:2: God [is] jealous, and the LORD revengeth; the LORD revengeth, and [is] furious; the LORD will take vengeance on his adversaries, and he reserveth [wrath] for his enemies. [God...: or, The LORD is a jealous God, and a revenger, etc] [is furious: Heb. that hath fury]
Contradiction with Isaiah 63:3
Illustrates God's wrath as treading the winepress, which contradicts the compassion in Psalms 86:15.
Isaiah 63:3: I have trodden the winepress alone; and of the people [there was] none with me: for I will tread them in mine anger, and trample them in my fury; and their blood shall be sprinkled upon my garments, and I will stain all my raiment.
Contradiction with 2 Kings 22:17
Declares God's anger will be kindled, highlighting wrath instead of the slow anger found in Psalms 86:15.
2 Kings 22:17: Because they have forsaken me, and have burned incense unto other gods, that they might provoke me to anger with all the works of their hands; therefore my wrath shall be kindled against this place, and shall not be quenched.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 4:8
Calls for mourning due to God's fierce anger, opposing the merciful tone of Psalms 86:15.
Jeremiah 4:8: For this gird you with sackcloth, lament and howl: for the fierce anger of the LORD is not turned back from us.
Contradiction with Romans 1:18
Reveals God's wrath against ungodliness, contrasting the more compassionate image in Psalms 86:15.
Romans 1:18: For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness;
Paradox #1
"Psalms 86:15" talks about God's compassion, grace, patience, love, and truth. Some might see a contradiction when comparing this idea with parts of the Bible where God issues harsh punishments or shows wrath. The inconsistency might arise in understanding how God can be both loving and punishing. However, many believe that these aspects of God's character coexist and are balanced in the context of justice and mercy.
Paradox #2
Psalms 86:15 talks about God being compassionate, gracious, slow to anger, and full of love. A potential contradiction could arise when considering other parts of the Bible where God is depicted as enacting severe punishments or wrath, which might seem inconsistent with the image of being slow to anger and full of compassion. Some might see a conflict between these different portrayals of God's nature.