Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Chronicles 11:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Chronicles 11:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Chronicles 11:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the chronicler, Abishai was a very strong and brave fighter who became famous because he fought against 300 enemies with his spear and won. He was one of the top three warriors because of this amazing act.

1 Chronicles 11:20: And Abishai the brother of Joab, he was chief of the three: for lifting up his spear against three hundred, he slew [them], and had a name among the three.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:5

1 Chronicles 11:20 exalts acts of valor and war, while Matthew 5:5 praises the meek who are to inherit the earth.

Matthew 5:5: Blessed [are] the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

1 Chronicles 11:20 highlights warrior feats and leadership in battle, whereas Exodus 20:13 commands, "Thou shalt not kill."

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 26:52

1 Chronicles 11:20 glorifies military prowess, contrasting with Matthew 26:52 where Jesus says, "for all they that take the sword shall perish with the sword."

Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

The glorification of battlefield achievements in 1 Chronicles 11:20 contrasts with Romans 12:19 urging, "avenge not yourselves."

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:32

1 Chronicles 11:20 praises mighty warriors, while Proverbs 16:32 values self-control over physical might, stating it is better than "he that taketh a city."

Proverbs 16:32: [He that is] slow to anger [is] better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.
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