Contradiction with Proverbs 21:23
This verse emphasizes the importance of keeping one's mouth shut to avoid trouble, which contradicts David's method of dismissing the servant without further probing in 2 Samuel 18:30.
Proverbs 21:23: Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22
This verse advises showing kindness to your enemy, which contrasts with David's indirect actions toward Ahimaaz, who brings him bad news, in 2 Samuel 18:30.
Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
Contradiction with Matthew 5:37
This verse advises straightforward communication, yet David employs evasiveness in 2 Samuel 18:30 by instructing Ahimaaz to stand aside without providing further explanation.
Matthew 5:37: But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.
Contradiction with James 1:19
This verse suggests being quick to hear and slow to speak; however, in 2 Samuel 18:30, there is a lack of communication clarity and quick dismissal.
James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath: