Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 10:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 10:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 10:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 2 Samuel, Joab was ready to fight with his army against the Syrians, and when they came close, the Syrians got scared and ran away. Christians believe this shows how God helped Joab and his soldiers in the battle.

2 Samuel 10:13: And Joab drew nigh, and the people that [were] with him, unto the battle against the Syrians: and they fled before him.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Encourages turning the other cheek, contradicting the act of battle.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

Prohibits killing, in contrast to the battle context of 2 Samuel 10:13.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Advises against taking revenge, contradicting actions in warfare.

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 20:22

Instructs not to say "I will recompense evil", conflicting with waging war.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Contradiction with Isaiah 2:4

Speaks of beating swords into plowshares, opposing the concept of battle.

Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
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