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?