Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 14:33

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 14:33 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 14:33. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Samuel, this verse shows a moment when King David forgives his son Absalom, welcoming him back with a kind kiss. It teaches about forgiveness and the love between a father and his child.

2 Samuel 14:33: So Joab came to the king, and told him: and when he had called for Absalom, he came to the king, and bowed himself on his face to the ground before the king: and the king kissed Absalom.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:9

This verse advises resolving disputes privately, which contradicts the public confrontation seen in 2 Samuel 14:33.

Proverbs 25:9: Debate thy cause with thy neighbour [himself]; and discover not a secret to another: [a secret...: or, the secret of]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse teaches to love and forgive enemies, whereas 2 Samuel 14:33 involves a reconciliatory gesture towards Absalom, who eventually rebels against David.

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 Proverbs 17:9

This verse encourages covering a transgression, while 2 Samuel 14:33 involves Joab's intervention to bring about reconciliation between David and Absalom rather than finding a solution quietly.

Proverbs 17:9: He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth [very] friends. [seeketh: or, procureth]
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