Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 11:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 11:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 11:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse shows that King David wanted Uriah to stay in Jerusalem for another day. David had a plan because he was trying to hide something he did wrong.

2 Samuel 11:12: And David said to Uriah, Tarry here to day also, and to morrow I will let thee depart. So Uriah abode in Jerusalem that day, and the morrow.

Contradiction with James 4:17

This verse emphasizes the sin of knowing to do good and not doing it, contradicting David's procrastination and inaction in 2 Samuel 11:12.

James 4:17: Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth [it] not, to him it is sin.

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:13

This verse warns that covering sins will not prosper, contradicting David's attempts to cover his sin in 2 Samuel 11:12.

Proverbs 28:13: He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh [them] shall have mercy.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

This commandment prohibits murder, which contrasts with David arranging Uriah’s death indirectly as part of delaying tactics highlighted in 2 Samuel 11:12.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Ephesians 5:11

This verse urges exposure of unfruitful works of darkness, in contrast with David's attempt to conceal his actions in 2 Samuel 11:12.

Ephesians 5:11: And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove [them].

Contradiction with Proverbs 6:16-19

These verses list things God hates, including a heart that devises wicked plans, which contrast with David's deceptive plans during the events around 2 Samuel 11:12.

Proverbs 6:16-19: These six [things] doth the LORD hate: yea, seven [are] an abomination unto him: [unto...: Heb. of his soul]
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