Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 97:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 97:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 97:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to King David, God is in charge of everything, so everyone on Earth and all the islands should be happy and celebrate. It’s like when a kind king takes care of his kingdom, and everyone feels safe and joyful.

Psalms 97:1: The LORD reigneth; let the earth rejoice; let the multitude of isles be glad [thereof]. [multitude...: Heb. many, or, great isles]

Contradiction with 1 Kings 9:3

Psalms 97:1 describes God’s reign bringing joy, while 1 Kings 9:3 depicts God's presence bringing a somber warning of judgment, showing different emotional reactions from God's presence.

1 Kings 9:3: And the LORD said unto him, I have heard thy prayer and thy supplication, that thou hast made before me: I have hallowed this house, which thou hast built, to put my name there for ever; and mine eyes and mine heart shall be there perpetually.

Contradiction with Lamentations 1:21

Psalms 97:1 speaks of rejoicing in the Lord's reign, whereas Lamentations 1:21 talks about God's judgment bringing grief and mourning, contrasting the joy with sorrow.

Lamentations 1:21: They have heard that I sigh: [there is] none to comfort me: all mine enemies have heard of my trouble; they are glad that thou hast done [it]: thou wilt bring the day [that] thou hast called, and they shall be like unto me. [called: or, proclaimed]

Contradiction with Habakkuk 1:2-4

Psalms 97:1 declares joy because of God's reign, while Habakkuk 1:2-4 questions God’s perceived inaction in the face of injustice, expressing frustration and confusion.

Habakkuk 1:2-4: O LORD, how long shall I cry, and thou wilt not hear! [even] cry out unto thee [of] violence, and thou wilt not save!

Contradiction with Job 21:7-9

Psalms 97:1 portrays joy due to divine sovereignty, but Job 21:7-9 questions why the wicked often live free from divine intervention, creating a sense of unfairness.

Job 21:7-9: Wherefore do the wicked live, become old, yea, are mighty in power?
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