Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 15:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 15:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 15:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Samuel, this verse shows King David giving permission to someone to leave peacefully and go to a place called Hebron. It tells us about being kind and allowing others to do what they need to do.

2 Samuel 15:9: And the king said unto him, Go in peace. So he arose, and went to Hebron.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Contradicts Absalom's pretense of fulfilling a vow, which was a deceptive prelude to rebellion, whereas this verse promotes peacemaking.

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

Contradiction with Proverbs 12:22

Contradicts Absalom’s insincere vow, as God detests lying lips, highlighting his deceitful plan.

Proverbs 12:22: Lying lips [are] abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly [are] his delight.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:16

Contradicts Absalom’s deceit in claiming to fulfill his vow while plotting rebellion, violating the commandment against bearing false witness.

Exodus 20:16: Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:5

Contrasts Absalom’s pride and rebellion against his father David, with the call for submission and humility.

1 Peter 5:5: Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all [of you] be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.

Contradiction with James 4:8

Contradicts Absalom's duplicity by calling for purification of the heart and mind, emphasizing sincerity over deceit.

James 4:8: Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse [your] hands, [ye] sinners; and purify [your] hearts, [ye] double minded.
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