Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 15:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 15:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 15:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the book of 2 Samuel, David told his helpers to hurry and leave the city so they could be safe from Absalom, who wanted to hurt them and the city. David wanted to protect everyone by leaving quickly.

2 Samuel 15:14: And David said unto all his servants that [were] with him at Jerusalem, Arise, and let us flee; for we shall not [else] escape from Absalom: make speed to depart, lest he overtake us suddenly, and bring evil upon us, and smite the city with the edge of the sword. [bring: Heb. thrust]

Contradiction with Psalm 27:1

This verse expresses David's confidence in God's protection, stating "The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?" which contradicts his fear and flight in 2 Samuel 15:14.

Psalm 27:1: [[A Psalm] of David.] The LORD [is] my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD [is] the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?

Contradiction with Psalm 46:1-2

This passage speaks of God as a refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble, therefore not fearing, even if the earth is removed, contradicting David's decision to flee in fear.

Psalm 46:1-2: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]

Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 20:17

This verse instructs to "stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD" in the face of battle, contradicting David's choice to flee instead of standing firm.

2 Chronicles 20:17: Ye shall not [need] to fight in this [battle]: set yourselves, stand ye [still], and see the salvation of the LORD with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: fear not, nor be dismayed; to morrow go out against them: for the LORD [will be] with you.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

This verse encourages, "Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God," which contradicts the fear-driven reaction of David in 2 Samuel 15:14.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
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