Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 15:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 15:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 15:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Samuel, Absalom wanted to become king, so he asked a wise man named Ahithophel to help him. Many people liked Absalom, so more and more people joined him in his plan against the king.

2 Samuel 15:12: And Absalom sent for Ahithophel the Gilonite, David's counsellor, from his city, [even] from Giloh, while he offered sacrifices. And the conspiracy was strong; for the people increased continually with Absalom.

Contradiction with Proverbs 21:30

This verse states, "There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD," which contradicts the idea in 2 Samuel 15:12 where Absalom’s conspiracy might suggest success against God's plan.

Proverbs 21:30: [There is] no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.

Contradiction with Romans 13:1-2

These verses emphasize that all authority comes from God and opposing them is opposing God's ordinance, conflicting with Absalom's rebellion against his father, King David, in 2 Samuel 15:12.

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 Psalm 33:10

This verse says, "The LORD bringeth the counsel of the heathen to nought: he maketh the devices of the people of none effect," which contradicts the effective conspiracy described in 2 Samuel 15:12.

Psalm 33:10: The LORD bringeth the counsel of the heathen to nought: he maketh the devices of the people of none effect. [bringeth: Heb. maketh frustrate]
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