Contradiction with Matthew 18:21-22
2 Samuel 14:28 mentions Absalom dwelling two full years in Jerusalem without seeing the king's face, suggesting unresolved conflict, whereas Matthew 18:21-22 emphasizes forgiveness, with Jesus saying to forgive 'until seventy times seven.'
Matthew 18:21-22: Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times?
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:26-27
While 2 Samuel 14:28 shows prolonged unresolved tension between Absalom and King David, Ephesians 4:26-27 advises not to let the sun go down on anger and to resolve disputes quickly.
Ephesians 4:26-27: Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath:
Contradiction with Galatians 6:1
2 Samuel 14:28 reflects an ongoing estrangement without reconciliation; Galatians 6:1 encourages believers to restore one another gently when someone is caught in wrongdoing.
Galatians 6:1: Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. [if: or, although]
Contradiction with Proverbs 10:12
The unresolved conflict in 2 Samuel 14:28 contrasts with Proverbs 10:12, which suggests that love covers all offenses, promoting quick resolution of conflicts.
Proverbs 10:12: Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.