Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 2:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 2:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 2:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Joab heard some news and got scared because he had supported Adonijah, but not Absalom. He ran to a special place called the tabernacle and held onto the altar because he thought it would keep him safe.

1 Kings 2:28: Then tidings came to Joab: for Joab had turned after Adonijah, though he turned not after Absalom. And Joab fled unto the tabernacle of the LORD, and caught hold on the horns of the altar.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs to love your enemies and bless them that curse you, which contradicts Joab's actions in 1 Kings 2:28 where he seeks refuge due to his past actions of violence.

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" contrasts with Joab's history of shedding blood as mentioned in 1 Kings 2:28.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises against taking revenge and instead leaving it to God's wrath, contrary to the avenging acts leading up to the events of 1 Kings 2:28.

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 Luke 6:27-28

These verses call for loving and doing good to enemies, contrary to the actions and motivations of Joab culminating in 1 Kings 2:28.

Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with Leviticus 19:18

This verse commands not to seek revenge, which is at odds with the cycle of violence contributing to the scene in 1 Kings 2:28.

Leviticus 19:18: Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I [am] the LORD.
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