Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 13:33

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 13:33 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 13:33. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Samuel, the speaker is telling the king not to be too upset because only one of his sons, Amnon, has died, and not all of his sons. It's like telling someone not to worry too much because things are not as bad as they seem.

2 Samuel 13:33: Now therefore let not my lord the king take the thing to his heart, to think that all the king's sons are dead: for Amnon only is dead.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

This verse advises against rejoicing when an enemy falls, whereas 2 Samuel 13:33 suggests dismissing concern over Amnon's death by Absalom.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse tells believers not to seek revenge, leaving it to God, contradicting Absalom's actions in killing Amnon.

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 Exodus 20:13

This commandment prohibits murder, which contradicts Absalom's act of killing Amnon, mentioned indirectly in 2 Samuel 13:33.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Jesus teaches to turn the other cheek instead of retaliating, opposing Absalom's retribution against Amnon.

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 Leviticus 19:18

This verse instructs to not seek revenge or bear a grudge, contrasting with the underlying message of Absalom's revenge.

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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