Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 19:31

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 19:31 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 19:31. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Samuel, Barzillai the Gileadite was a kind and helpful man who came to help the king cross a big river. He wanted to make sure the king was safe and was there to support him.

2 Samuel 19:31: And Barzillai the Gileadite came down from Rogelim, and went over Jordan with the king, to conduct him over Jordan.

Contradiction with James 1:17

James 1:17 speaks of God's unchanging nature in giving good gifts, which contradicts the notion of Barzillai's refusal to accept rewards and material gifts from David in 2 Samuel 19:31.

James 1:17: Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20

In Matthew 6:19-20, storing treasures in heaven rather than on earth is encouraged, while in 2 Samuel 19:31, Barzillai refuses earthly rewards from King David.

Matthew 6:19-20: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:17

Proverbs 19:17 suggests that lending to the Lord will bring a reward, contrasting with Barzillai's refusal of David's offer in 2 Samuel 19:31.

Proverbs 19:17: He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again. [that which...: or, his deed]
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