Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 89:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 89:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 89:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Psalms, God's love and kindness will last forever, and His promises are as sure and strong as the sky above. It tells us that we can always count on God to keep His word.

Psalms 89:2: For I have said, Mercy shall be built up for ever: thy faithfulness shalt thou establish in the very heavens.

Contradiction with Psalms 44:24

This verse questions why God hides His face and forgets affliction, which can seem inconsistent with the promise of ongoing faithfulness in Psalms 89:2.

Psalms 44:24: Wherefore hidest thou thy face, [and] forgettest our affliction and our oppression?

Contradiction with Isaiah 54:8

Here, God speaks of a moment where He hid His face in wrath, contrasting with the idea of everlasting mercy mentioned in Psalms 89:2.

Isaiah 54:8: In a little wrath I hid my face from thee for a moment; but with everlasting kindness will I have mercy on thee, saith the LORD thy Redeemer.

Contradiction with Lamentations 3:31-32

Although it ultimately affirms God's mercy, this verse acknowledges that He may "cause grief," which can appear contradictory to the everlasting favor highlighted in Psalms 89:2.

Lamentations 3:31-32: For the Lord will not cast off for ever:

Contradiction with Job 30:20

Job complains that God does not hear him or regard him, contrasting with the assurance of God's constant faithfulness in Psalms 89:2.

Job 30:20: I cry unto thee, and thou dost not hear me: I stand up, and thou regardest me [not].

Contradiction with Habakkuk 1:13

It describes God as not being able to tolerate wrongdoing and questions His tolerance of treachery, which could conflict with the idea of enduring mercy without apparent justice seen in Psalms 89:2.

Habakkuk 1:13: [Thou art] of purer eyes than to behold evil, and canst not look on iniquity: wherefore lookest thou upon them that deal treacherously, [and] holdest thy tongue when the wicked devoureth [the man that is] more righteous than he? [iniquity: or, grievance]
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