Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 15:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 15:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 15:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Samuel, this verse shows that David trusted Ittai and allowed him and his family to stay with him, showing kindness and friendship. It also highlights the loyalty of Ittai, who chose to follow David with his family.

2 Samuel 15:22: And David said to Ittai, Go and pass over. And Ittai the Gittite passed over, and all his men, and all the little ones that [were] with him.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While 2 Samuel 15:22 focuses on following a leader into action, this verse emphasizes loving and praying for enemies, which may contrast with a context of pursuing conflict.

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 Romans 12:18

2 Samuel 15:22 highlights loyalty and going into battle, whereas this verse advocates living peaceably and avoiding conflict.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Contradiction with James 3:17

This verse focuses on wisdom being peaceable and gentle, contrasting with the aspect of allegiance leading to conflict in 2 Samuel 15:22.

James 3:17: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]
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