Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 17:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 17:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 17:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, David and his friends safely crossed a big river called the Jordan during the night, and by morning, everyone was on the other side together. This shows how David was a good leader who made sure nobody was left behind.

2 Samuel 17:22: Then David arose, and all the people that [were] with him, and they passed over Jordan: by the morning light there lacked not one of them that was not gone over Jordan.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While 2 Samuel 17:22 is about fleeing for safety, Matthew 5:44 teaches to love and bless enemies, suggesting facing adversity differently.

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 12:19

2 Samuel 17:22 involves evading harm, whereas Romans 12:19 advises on not seeking vengeance, implying leaving justice to God.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

Exodus 14:14 implies that the Lord will fight for you without the need for fleeing as seen in 2 Samuel 17:22.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:7

2 Samuel 17:22 depicts flight from potential foes, but Proverbs 16:7 mentions that pleasing the Lord makes even enemies peaceful.

Proverbs 16:7: When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

2 Samuel 17:22 involves fear-driven action, whereas Isaiah 41:10 encourages not to fear because God sustains.

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.
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