Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 19:38

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 19:38 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 19:38. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse shows how the king is being kind and generous, promising to take care of Chimham and do anything needed to make someone happy. It teaches about being nice and helping others, just like how God wants us to be caring to people around us.

2 Samuel 19:38: And the king answered, Chimham shall go over with me, and I will do to him that which shall seem good unto thee: and whatsoever thou shalt require of me, [that] will I do for thee. [require: Heb. choose]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Contradicts 2 Samuel 19:38 as it encourages love and blessing towards enemies, while 2 Samuel 19:38 involves favor returned as a political act.

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 Exodus 21:24

Contradicts 2 Samuel 19:38 as it supports the idea of retribution (eye for eye), while 2 Samuel 19:38 involves reward and compensation.

Exodus 21:24: Eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot,

Contradiction with Proverbs 26:27

Contradicts 2 Samuel 19:38 as it implies that those who plan goodness might face consequences, while 2 Samuel 19:38 shows reward without mention of negative consequences.

Proverbs 26:27: Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein: and he that rolleth a stone, it will return upon him.

Contradiction with Romans 12:20

Contradicts 2 Samuel 19:38 as it suggests feeding your enemy, not an act of political alliance or favor as seen in 2 Samuel 19:38.

Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.

Contradiction with James 1:20

Contradicts 2 Samuel 19:38 as it speaks against human anger not bringing about God's righteousness, whereas 2 Samuel 19:38 depicts an emotional decision.

James 1:20: For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.
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