Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 14:29

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 14:29 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 14:29. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse shows that Absalom wanted to talk to the king with Joab's help, but Joab did not listen to him even when he asked twice. It's like when you want to ask your friend for help, but they don't answer you.

2 Samuel 14:29: Therefore Absalom sent for Joab, to have sent him to the king; but he would not come to him: and when he sent again the second time, he would not come.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:7

This verse suggests asking and receiving instead of being denied audience, contrary to Absalom being ignored.

Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:10

Encourages turning to a friend in time of trouble, but Absalom couldn't meet the king.

Proverbs 27:10: Thine own friend, and thy father's friend, forsake not; neither go into thy brother's house in the day of thy calamity: [for] better [is] a neighbour [that is] near than a brother far off.

Contradiction with James 1:5

Promises wisdom to those who ask, whereas Absalom's requests were unmet.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Luke 11:9

Promises that asking will be answered, unlike Absalom's repeated denials.

Luke 11:9: And I say unto you, Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6

Advocates making requests known for peace, yet Absalom's pleas were ignored.

Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
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