Contradictions and Paradoxes in Song of Solomon 5:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Song of Solomon 5:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Song of Solomon 5:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Christian teachings, the verse shows how much the woman loves her special friend and how sad she is when he is not there. She is asking her friends to tell him that her heart hurts because she loves him so much.

Song of Solomon 5:8: I charge you, O daughters of Jerusalem, if ye find my beloved, that ye tell him, that I [am] sick of love. [that ye: Heb. what, etc]

Contradiction with Song of Solomon 4:10

This verse describes the beloved's love as beautiful and delightful, whereas Song of Solomon 5:8 expresses a state of being lovesick, which implies suffering due to love.

Song of Solomon 4:10: How fair is thy love, my sister, [my] spouse! how much better is thy love than wine! and the smell of thine ointments than all spices!

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 13:4-5

These verses describe love as patient and kind, not envious or boastful, whereas Song of Solomon 5:8 implies a restless and longing state of love.

1 Corinthians 13:4-5: Charity suffereth long, [and] is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, [vaunteth...: or, is not rash]

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6

This verse advises not to be anxious about anything, yet Song of Solomon 5:8 conveys an anxious longing related to love.

Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Contradiction with 1 John 4:18

This verse states that perfect love drives out fear, but Song of Solomon 5:8 reveals a sense of fear and longing in love.

1 John 4:18: There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs to love even enemies, which presents a selfless aspect of love, contrasting with the personal yearning and desperation in Song of Solomon 5:8.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Psalm 23:1

This verse signifies complete contentment and lack of want with trust in the Lord, while Song of Solomon 5:8 describes being lovesick, indicating an unmet desire.

Psalm 23:1: [A Psalm of David.] The LORD [is] my shepherd; I shall not want.
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