Contradiction with Exodus 20:14
This verse states "Thou shalt not commit adultery," which contradicts the counsel in 2 Samuel 16:21 for Absalom to have relations with his father's concubines, an act of adultery.
Exodus 20:14: Thou shalt not commit adultery.
Contradiction with Leviticus 18:8
This verse commands "The nakedness of thy father's wife shalt thou not uncover," which opposes the advice given to Absalom to sleep with David's concubines, as they were considered in a similar status to wives.
Leviticus 18:8: The nakedness of thy father's wife shalt thou not uncover: it [is] thy father's nakedness.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 27:20
This verse says "Cursed be he that lieth with his father's wife; because he uncovereth his father's skirt," highlighting the action as something that brings a curse, opposite to what was advised.
Deuteronomy 27:20: Cursed [be] he that lieth with his father's wife; because he uncovereth his father's skirt. And all the people shall say, Amen.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 6:18
This verse instructs to "Flee fornication," which is contrary to the counsel given to Absalom to engage in sexual immorality.
1 Corinthians 6:18: Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:4
This verse declares "Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled," which is in direct contradiction to the defilement suggested in 2 Samuel 16:21.
Hebrews 13:4: Marriage [is] honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.
Paradox #1
This verse can be seen as conflicting with biblical teachings about sexual morality and family relationships. The actions suggested in this verse could contradict the commandments against adultery and improper sexual conduct, as well as the principles of honoring family members.
Paradox #2
The doctrinal issue with this verse involves moral and ethical standards. It describes an action that is seen as immoral and dishonorable in biblical teachings, creating a conflict with other parts of the Bible that promote righteousness and integrity. This can lead to confusion about what behaviors are acceptable according to the Bible's overall teachings.
Paradox #3
2 Samuel 16:21 presents a moral conflict because it involves advice that promotes actions considered inappropriate and dishonorable. The advice given encourages behavior that goes against the values of respect, family unity, and order, which are generally upheld in other parts of the Bible. This creates a contradiction as it seems to endorse something that is usually viewed negatively.