Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 17:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 17:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 17:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Samuel, brave and strong warriors will become scared because everyone knows that your father is a very strong and brave man, and the men with him are also very brave. Even the strongest people will be afraid of such a powerful group.

2 Samuel 17:10: And he also [that is] valiant, whose heart [is] as the heart of a lion, shall utterly melt: for all Israel knoweth that thy father [is] a mighty man, and [they] which [be] with him [are] valiant men.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:6

While 2 Samuel 17:10 speaks of fearfulness, this verse encourages strength and courage, suggesting a contradiction in the expected emotional response.

Deuteronomy 31:6: Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he [it is] that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

This verse contradicts by assuring God's presence and aid in dispelling fear, contrasting with the fear expected in 2 Samuel 17:10.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Psalm 27:1

Psalms encourages confidence in the Lord as a light and salvation which stands in contrast to the fear depicted in 2 Samuel 17:10.

Psalm 27:1: [[A Psalm] of David.] The LORD [is] my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD [is] the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?

Contradiction with Philippians 4:13

This verse portrays empowerment and strength through Christ, contrasting with the fearful narrative in 2 Samuel 17:10.

Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Contradiction with Joshua 1:9

Encourages fearlessness and confidence due to God's presence, opposing the fear implied in 2 Samuel 17:10.

Joshua 1:9: Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God [is] with thee whithersoever thou goest.
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