Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 15:27

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 15:27 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 15:27. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Christian understanding, this verse shows that King David wants the priest Zadok to stay in the city because he trusts him and thinks he can see what God wants. David asks Zadok and his sons to return safely to continue helping and guiding him.

2 Samuel 15:27: The king said also unto Zadok the priest, [Art not] thou a seer? return into the city in peace, and your two sons with you, Ahimaaz thy son, and Jonathan the son of Abiathar.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

This verse emphasizes trusting in the Lord with all your heart, which contrasts with the notion of relying on human counsel or plans as seen in 2 Samuel 15:27.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Romans 13:1

This verse instructs to submit to governing authorities, whereas 2 Samuel 15:27 involves actions during a time of rebellion against the king.

Romans 13:1: 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 Exodus 20:12

This verse commands honoring your father, which opposes Absalom's rebellion against his father David as described in the context of 2 Samuel 15:27.

Exodus 20:12: Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

This verse blesses the peacemakers, contrasting David's flight and the ensuing conflict in 2 Samuel 15:27.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:13

This verse calls for submission to every human authority for the Lord's sake, which stands in opposition to the rebellious circumstances surrounding 2 Samuel 15:27.

1 Peter 2:13: Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;
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