Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 13:29

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 13:29 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 13:29. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Absalom's helpers hurt Amnon because Absalom told them to. After that, all the king's sons got scared, jumped on their mules, and ran away.

2 Samuel 13:29: And the servants of Absalom did unto Amnon as Absalom had commanded. Then all the king's sons arose, and every man gat him up upon his mule, and fled. [gat...: Heb. rode]

Contradiction with 1 John 3:15

It states that anyone who hates his brother is a murderer, whereas in 2 Samuel 13:29, Absalom actually commands his servants to kill his brother Amnon.

1 John 3:15: Whosoever hateth his brother is a murderer: and ye know that no murderer hath eternal life abiding in him.

Paradox #1

The verse describes an act of violence and could raise questions about moral and ethical behavior as depicted in the Bible. It might seem inconsistent with messages of forgiveness or peace found elsewhere in the text. However, this type of narrative often serves to illustrate the complexities of human actions and the consequences of sin rather than a direct endorsement of those actions.

Paradox #2

The contradiction or conflict in this situation arises from the act of violence and revenge being depicted, which can clash with the broader biblical teachings of forgiveness and love. This creates a tension between the actions taken and other moral teachings found in the Bible.

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