Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 94:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 94:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 94:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Psalms, this verse is telling people who do bad things and make silly choices to start learning and making better choices. It asks them when they will start being smart and understanding what is right.

Psalms 94:8: Understand, ye brutish among the people: and [ye] fools, when will ye be wise?

Contradiction with Proverbs 4:7

This verse emphasizes acquiring wisdom, which may seem to contradict Psalms 94:8's description of foolishness.

Proverbs 4:7: Wisdom [is] the principal thing; [therefore] get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.

Contradiction with James 1:5

Suggests wisdom is freely given by God, potentially contrasting with the fool's lack of understanding in Psalms 94:8.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:13

Speaks of the happiness that comes with finding wisdom, contrary to the lack of comprehension mentioned in Psalms 94:8.

Proverbs 3:13: Happy [is] the man [that] findeth wisdom, and the man [that] getteth understanding. [that getteth...: Heb. that draweth out understanding]
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