Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 88:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 88:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 88:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Psalms, this verse means that the writer feels sad and surrounded by troubles every day, like water all around them. It's like when you feel stuck in a bad situation that you can't escape.

Psalms 88:17: They came round about me daily like water; they compassed me about together. [daily: or, all the day]

Contradiction with Psalm 121:7

While Psalms 88:17 speaks of overwhelming terrors, Psalm 121:7 reassures that the Lord will preserve you from all evil.

Psalm 121:7: The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Psalms 88:17 discusses unrelenting suffering, yet Isaiah 41:10 promises that God will strengthen and uphold you.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with John 16:33

Psalms 88:17 implies continual affliction, whereas John 16:33 offers peace and victory over tribulation.

John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

Contradiction with Romans 8:28

While Psalms 88:17 reflects despair, Romans 8:28 states that all things work together for good to those who love God.

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

Psalms 88:17 suggests being completely overwhelmed, but 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 asserts being troubled yet not crushed or destroyed.

2 Corinthians 4:8-9: [We are] troubled on every side, yet not distressed; [we are] perplexed, but not in despair; [in despair: or, altogether without help, or, means]

Contradiction with Philippians 4:7

Psalms 88:17 depicts unending turmoil, whereas Philippians 4:7 promises the peace of God will guard your hearts and minds.

Philippians 4:7: And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
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