Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 18:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 18:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 18:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 2 Samuel, King David asked his army leaders to be kind and gentle to his son Absalom during a battle. This shows David's love for his son, even though they were on different sides.

2 Samuel 18:5: And the king commanded Joab and Abishai and Ittai, saying, [Deal] gently for my sake with the young man, [even] with Absalom. And all the people heard when the king gave all the captains charge concerning Absalom.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

This verse advises to not repay evil with vengeance, in contrast to David's specific instruction to deal gently with Absalom.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse emphasizes that vengeance belongs to God, contradicting David's directive to protect Absalom, who was guilty of rebellion.

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 21:12

This verse mandates death for those who strike a person so that they die, contradicting the compassion David requests for Absalom, who sought David's life.

Exodus 21:12: He that smiteth a man, so that he die, shall be surely put to death.

Paradox #1

The contradiction can be that King David instructs his army to deal gently with his son Absalom, who has rebelled against him and caused a civil war. This may be seen as conflicting because Absalom's actions have led to violence and unrest, yet David wants to show him mercy. This could be inconsistent with the expected justice for someone who endangers the kingdom.

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