Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 89:44

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 89:44 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 89:44. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Psalms, this verse explains that God took away the shining greatness of a king and made it so he wasn't a ruler anymore. It shows how sometimes God can take away someone's special position if they don't follow His ways.

Psalms 89:44: Thou hast made his glory to cease, and cast his throne down to the ground. [glory: Heb. brightness]

Contradiction with Psalms 89:4

Psalms 89:44 mentions defiling a crown, whereas Psalms 89:4 promises David's seed and throne shall endure forever.

Psalms 89:4: Thy seed will I establish for ever, and build up thy throne to all generations. Selah.

Contradiction with 2 Samuel 7:16

It states that David's house and kingdom shall be established forever, contradicting the diminishing tone of Psalms 89:44.

2 Samuel 7:16: And thine house and thy kingdom shall be established for ever before thee: thy throne shall be established for ever.

Contradiction with Isaiah 9:7

This verse mentions the everlasting government and peace upon David's throne, contesting the idea of dishonor in Psalms 89:44.

Isaiah 9:7: Of the increase of [his] government and peace [there shall be] no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.

Contradiction with Psalm 132:11-12

Promises that God will set one of David's descendants on his throne if his children keep God's covenant, contradicting the defeat mentioned in Psalms 89:44.

Psalm 132:11-12: The LORD hath sworn [in] truth unto David; he will not turn from it; Of the fruit of thy body will I set upon thy throne. [body: Heb. belly]
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