Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 16:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 16:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 16:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, the king is asking Ziba why he has brought these things. Ziba explains that the donkeys are for the king's family to ride, the bread and fruit are for the young men to eat, and the wine is for anyone who is tired and needs a drink.

2 Samuel 16:2: And the king said unto Ziba, What meanest thou by these? And Ziba said, The asses [be] for the king's household to ride on; and the bread and summer fruit for the young men to eat; and the wine, that such as be faint in the wilderness may drink.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:16

This verse condemns bearing false witness, which contrasts with the deceitful actions surrounding the provisions in 2 Samuel 16:2.

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

Contradiction with Proverbs 12:22

This verse condemns lying, which contrasts with any deception implied in 2 Samuel 16:2 if Ziba's intentions were not genuine.

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

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse advises to love your enemies, which contrasts with the underlying enmity and betrayal present in the narrative of 2 Samuel 16:2.

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 12:17

This verse instructs not to repay evil for evil, contrasting with the possibly deceitful or manipulative actions in 2 Samuel 16:2.

Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with Luke 6:31

This verse, the Golden Rule, advises treating others well, which contradicts any self-serving motives present in the interaction of 2 Samuel 16:2.

Luke 6:31: And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.
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