Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 18:31

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 18:31 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 18:31. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse tells us that a man named Cushi brought good news to the king. He said that God helped the king win against the people who were trying to fight him.

2 Samuel 18:31: And, behold, Cushi came; and Cushi said, Tidings, my lord the king: for the LORD hath avenged thee this day of all them that rose up against thee. [Tidings: Heb. Tidings is brought]

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

This verse, "Thou shalt not kill," contrasts with 2 Samuel 18:31, where the death of Absalom is announced as good news.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:5

This verse, "Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker," contrasts with the celebration of Absalom's downfall, as reacting joyfully to someone's demise contradicts the respect due to God's creation.

Proverbs 17:5: Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker: [and] he that is glad at calamities shall not be unpunished. [unpunished: Heb. held innocent]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse, "But I say unto you, Love your enemies," contrasts with the glee expressed over Absalom's death, indicating a lack of the love and forgiveness commanded by Jesus.

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;
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