Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 13:27

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 13:27 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 13:27. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 2 Samuel, Absalom really wanted his brother Amnon and all the king's sons to come with him, so he kept asking their father the king until he said yes. This was part of Absalom's plan to do something important.

2 Samuel 13:27: But Absalom pressed him, that he let Amnon and all the king's sons go with him.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

This verse emphasizes trusting in the Lord with all your heart and not leaning on your understanding, which contradicts the actions in 2 Samuel 13:27 where deception and personal planning are involved.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:16

This verse states, "Thou shalt not bear false witness," which contradicts the deceit used by Absalom in 2 Samuel 13:27.

Exodus 20:16: Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:14-15

These verses highlight the importance of forgiveness, contrasting with Absalom's hidden motives for revenge in 2 Samuel 13:27.

Matthew 6:14-15: For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse commands believers not to seek personal vengeance, directly contradicting the vengeful intentions seen in 2 Samuel 13:27.

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 Leviticus 19:18

This verse instructs not to take revenge or bear a grudge, which contrasts with the revenge plot unfolding in 2 Samuel 13:27.

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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