Contradiction with Romans 13:1
This verse supports the idea of being subject to governing authorities, as they are ordained by God, which could contradict the notion in Psalms 94:20 of questioning a government that aligns itself with injustice.
Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
Contradiction with Proverbs 8:15-16
These verses suggest that kings and rulers decree justice by divine wisdom, opposing the implication in Psalms 94:20 that the throne might be aligned with mischief.
Proverbs 8:15-16: By me kings reign, and princes decree justice.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:13-14
This passage encourages submission to every human authority for the Lord’s sake, which might contradict the sentiment of contesting the authority or policies implied in Psalms 94:20.
1 Peter 2:13-14: Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;
Contradiction with Daniel 2:21
This verse states that God removes kings and sets up kings, viewing rulers as part of God's plan, which could contrast with the criticism of unjust rule suggested in Psalms 94:20.
Daniel 2:21: And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding:
Contradiction with Romans 13:3-4
These verses highlight that rulers are meant to be a terror to bad conduct, serving as God’s servant for good, which could conflict with the notion of them framing mischief by law as in Psalms 94:20.
Romans 13:3-4: For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same:
Paradox #1
Psalms 94:20 suggests that rulers who create unjust laws are against God's principles. A potential doctrinal conflict could be about how this idea fits with the concept of divine sovereignty, where all authorities are established by God. This can lead to questions about why a just God would allow unjust rulers and laws to exist.
Paradox #2
The verse might be seen as contradictory because it addresses the idea of rulers or authorities creating unjust laws. The conflict arises when considering that earlier biblical teachings often suggest obedience to authority as divinely ordained. If those in power are described as committing injustice, it challenges the idea that all authority is inherently just and morally right.