Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 15:32

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 15:32 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 15:32. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse shows that King David prayed to God on the mountain, and then his friend Hushai came to see him looking very sad and upset. It highlights the importance of friendship and trusting God during hard times.

2 Samuel 15:32: And it came to pass, that [when] David was come to the top [of the mount], where he worshipped God, behold, Hushai the Archite came to meet him with his coat rent, and earth upon his head:

Contradiction with Genesis 28:20-21

Jacob makes a vow at Bethel without encountering distress, unlike David who is in distress in 2 Samuel 15:32.

Genesis 28:20-21: And Jacob vowed a vow, saying, If God will be with me, and will keep me in this way that I go, and will give me bread to eat, and raiment to put on,

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9

This verse suggests that the Lord directs one's steps, whereas 2 Samuel 15:32 depicts David seeking counsel to alter Absalom's plans.

Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.

Contradiction with James 1:5

Encourages asking God for wisdom, contrasting with David relying on human counsel in 2 Samuel 15:32.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9

God's thoughts and ways are higher, conflicting with David's need to counter Ahithophel's counsel in 2 Samuel 15:32.

Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6

Advises not to be anxious, but David is troubled by Absalom's uprising in 2 Samuel 15:32.

Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
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