Contradiction with 2 Samuel 3:36
This verse depicts the people's approval of King David's actions, contrasting with Absalom's plot to usurp his father, King David, in 2 Samuel 15:1.
2 Samuel 3:36: And all the people took notice [of it], and it pleased them: as whatsoever the king did pleased all the people. [pleased them: Heb. was good in their eyes]
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:7
States that when a man's ways please the Lord, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him, contrasting with Absalom's rebellion against David.
Proverbs 16:7: When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.
Contradiction with Romans 13:1-2
Encourages submission to governing authorities appointed by God, contradicting Absalom's actions in attempting to overthrow his father, King David.
Romans 13:1-2: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:13-14
Advises submission to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake, opposing Absalom's defiance and rebellion in 2 Samuel 15:1.
1 Peter 2:13-14: Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:17
Instructs to obey those who rule over you, contradicting Absalom's actions of undermining his father’s authority in 2 Samuel 15:1.
Hebrews 13:17: Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that [is] unprofitable for you. [have...: or, guide]
Contradiction with Proverbs 17:11
Describes an evil man seeking only rebellion, which aligns with but morally opposes the actions of Absalom in 2 Samuel 15:1.
Proverbs 17:11: An evil [man] seeketh only rebellion: therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.