Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 18:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 18:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 18:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Samuel, Ahimaaz wanted to deliver news even though Joab told him he had nothing important to say. Ahimaaz was eager and ready to run, showing that he wanted to help and be part of the mission.

2 Samuel 18:22: Then said Ahimaaz the son of Zadok yet again to Joab, But howsoever, let me, I pray thee, also run after Cushi. And Joab said, Wherefore wilt thou run, my son, seeing that thou hast no tidings ready? [howsoever: Heb. be what may] [ready: or, convenient]

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:2

This verse advises that it is not good for a soul to be without knowledge and to act hastily, while in 2 Samuel 18:22, Ahimaaz persists to run without heeding the advice to wait, acting hastily.

Proverbs 19:2: Also, [that] the soul [be] without knowledge, [it is] not good; and he that hasteth with [his] feet sinneth.

Contradiction with James 1:19

Encourages being quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger, which contrasts with Ahimaaz's urgency to run without considering Joab's counsel, showing haste and potential rashness.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

Contradiction with Philippians 2:3

Advises not to act out of selfish ambition, yet Ahimaaz's insistence could be seen as seeking personal glory over collective wisdom.

Philippians 2:3: [Let] nothing [be done] through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6

Encourages trust in the Lord rather than one's own understanding, whereas Ahimaaz relies on his own judgment over Joab's guidance.

Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:9

Warns against being quick in spirit to become angry, suggesting the virtue of patience which juxtaposes with Ahimaaz's impatience to deliver news.

Ecclesiastes 7:9: Be not hasty in thy spirit to be angry: for anger resteth in the bosom of fools.
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