Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 11:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 11:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 11:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Samuel, David was surprised and confused because Uriah didn't go home to see his family after a long trip. David wanted to understand why Uriah made that choice instead of resting at his house.

2 Samuel 11:10: And when they had told David, saying, Uriah went not down unto his house, David said unto Uriah, Camest thou not from [thy] journey? why [then] didst thou not go down unto thine house?

Contradiction with Exodus 20:14

This verse, which states "Thou shalt not commit adultery," contradicts 2 Samuel 11:10 because it highlights the moral wrong in David's actions related to the incident with Uriah, which is central to 2 Samuel 11.

Exodus 20:14: Thou shalt not commit adultery.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:28

This verse, where Jesus speaks on the sinfulness of lustful thoughts, contrasts the lack of explicit moral condemnation in 2 Samuel 11:10 regarding inner intentions.

Matthew 5:28: But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.

Contradiction with Proverbs 6:32

This verse condemns adulterous behavior, highlighting the moral failing ignored in David's actions in 2 Samuel 11:10.

Proverbs 6:32: [But] whoso committeth adultery with a woman lacketh understanding: he [that] doeth it destroyeth his own soul. [understanding: Heb. heart]

Contradiction with Leviticus 20:10

This verse emphasizes the punishment for adultery, contrasting with the lack of immediate repercussions for David's actions in 2 Samuel 11:10.

Leviticus 20:10: And the man that committeth adultery with [another] man's wife, [even he] that committeth adultery with his neighbour's wife, the adulterer and the adulteress shall surely be put to death.

Contradiction with James 1:14-15

This verse discusses how lust leads to sin and death, juxtaposing the narrative progression untouched in 2 Samuel 11:10.

James 1:14-15: But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed.
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