Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Chronicles 12:21

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Chronicles 12:21 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Chronicles 12:21. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Chronicles, brave and strong soldiers helped David fight his enemies. They were so good at fighting that they became leaders in David's army.

1 Chronicles 12:21: And they helped David against the band [of the rovers]: for they [were] all mighty men of valour, and were captains in the host. [against...: or, with a band]

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

This verse emphasizes trusting in the Lord rather than one's own understanding, while 1 Chronicles 12:21 highlights the reliance on mighty men of valor to help in battle.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5

This verse states that relying on human strength is cursed, contradicting the reliance on the potential warriors in 1 Chronicles 12:21.

Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Jesus instructs to love your enemies, which contradicts the idea of preparing for battle and seeking assistance in fighting as described in 1 Chronicles 12:21.

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 2 Corinthians 12:9

Paul's message that God's grace is sufficient and strength is made perfect in weakness contradicts relying on the strength of the mighty men in 1 Chronicles 12:21.

2 Corinthians 12:9: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
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