Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 13:39

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 13:39 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 13:39. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Samuel, King David missed his son Absalom very much because he was sad about what happened to Amnon, but he felt a bit better knowing Amnon had passed away. He wanted to see Absalom again even though things were not okay between them.

2 Samuel 13:39: And [the soul of] king David longed to go forth unto Absalom: for he was comforted concerning Amnon, seeing he was dead. [longed: or, was consumed]

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

This verse admonishes not to rejoice when an enemy falls, which can be seen as contradictory to the implicit acceptance of Absalom's return.

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

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse teaches to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, which contrasts with longing for someone who had committed wrongdoing.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises against seeking vengeance, which contradicts David's eventual acceptance of the situation without seeking justice for 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 Leviticus 19:18

This verse instructs not to seek revenge or bear a grudge, which contrasts with the unresolved justice for Amnon in the narrative of Absalom's return.

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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