Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 18:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 18:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 18:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 2 Samuel, Ahimaaz is telling the king that everything is okay and that God has helped them win against the people who were trying to harm the king. Ahimaaz is happy and thanks God for keeping the king safe.

2 Samuel 18:28: And Ahimaaz called, and said unto the king, All is well. And he fell down to the earth upon his face before the king, and said, Blessed [be] the LORD thy God, which hath delivered up the men that lifted up their hand against my lord the king. [All...: or, Peace be to thee: Heb. Peace] [delivered...: Heb. shut up]

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

This verse advises not to rejoice when your enemy falls, while 2 Samuel 18:28 shows Ahimaaz bringing news of Absalom's defeat with implied positivity.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Jesus teaches to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, which contrasts with the celebration of Absalom's defeat in 2 Samuel 18:28.

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

This verse emphasizes not seeking personal vengeance, as God will repay, differing from the rejoicing in Absalom's defeat.

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.

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