Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Chronicles 5:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Chronicles 5:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Chronicles 5:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, God helped people win the battle, so they lived in the land until they were taken away. This shows that God was on their side in the fight.

1 Chronicles 5:22: For there fell down many slain, because the war [was] of God. And they dwelt in their steads until the captivity.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse, which encourages loving enemies and blessing those who curse you, contradicts the war and destruction described in 1 Chronicles 5:22.

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 Exodus 20:13

The commandment "Thou shalt not kill" contradicts the actions of slaying described in 1 Chronicles 5:22.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises against taking vengeance, in contrast to the war and killings mentioned in 1 Chronicles 5:22.

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 25:21

Advises feeding your enemy, which contradicts the act of war in 1 Chronicles 5:22.

Proverbs 25:21: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Contradiction with James 4:1

This verse questions the source of wars and fights among people, contradicting the narrative of war in 1 Chronicles 5:22.

James 4:1: From whence [come] wars and fightings among you? [come they] not hence, [even] of your lusts that war in your members? [fightings: or, brawlings] [lusts: or, pleasures]

Paradox #1

Some people might see a contradiction with biblical messages about peace and forgiveness because the verse talks about defeating enemies in battle and mentions how those battles were won with God's help. This could seem inconsistent with teachings that promote peace and turning the other cheek. However, interpretations can vary widely, and some might argue that different contexts and times in the Bible account for these variations.

Paradox #2

This verse describes a battle where God's help leads to a large number of deaths. The contradiction comes from the idea of a loving and just God being involved in or supporting violence and killing. This can seem inconsistent with teachings about peace and love.

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