Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 15:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 15:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 15:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Absalom was being very nice and friendly to everyone who came to see the king, and because of this, people started to really like him and wanted to follow him. He made the people love him more than the king.

2 Samuel 15:6: And on this manner did Absalom to all Israel that came to the king for judgment: so Absalom stole the hearts of the men of Israel.

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:21

While 2 Samuel 15:6 describes Absalom winning over the hearts of the Israelites by deceit, Proverbs 19:21 emphasizes that only the counsel of the Lord will stand, suggesting a divine plan over human schemes.

Proverbs 19:21: [There are] many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.

Contradiction with Galatians 5:14

2 Samuel 15:6 shows Absalom acting selfishly to gain power, whereas Galatians 5:14 encourages loving one's neighbor, which contradicts Absalom's manipulative actions.

Galatians 5:14: For all the law is fulfilled in one word, [even] in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:3

2 Samuel 15:6 depicts Absalom promoting himself through deception, in contrast, Philippians 2:3 urges humility and considering others better, opposing Absalom's self-serving behavior.

Philippians 2:3: [Let] nothing [be done] through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.
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