Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 19:43

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 19:43 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 19:43. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, the people of Israel were upset because they felt they should have a big say in bringing back King David since they represented more tribes. However, the people of Judah, who were closer to David, spoke even more strongly and wouldn’t listen to them.

2 Samuel 19:43: And the men of Israel answered the men of Judah, and said, We have ten parts in the king, and we have also more [right] in David than ye: why then did ye despise us, that our advice should not be first had in bringing back our king? And the words of the men of Judah were fiercer than the words of the men of Israel. [despise...: Heb. set us at light]

Contradiction with James 1:19

This verse advises being quick to listen and slow to anger, contrasting with the contention and quick temper displayed by the tribes in 2 Samuel 19:43.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:10

Calls for unity among believers, contradicting the division and argument between the tribes of Israel in 2 Samuel 19:43.

1 Corinthians 1:10: Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and [that] there be no divisions among you; but [that] ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. [divisions: Gr. schisms]

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

Indicates that a gentle answer turns away wrath, whereas the tribes argue and stir conflict in 2 Samuel 19:43.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Blessed are the peacemakers, opposing the tribal dispute seen in 2 Samuel 19:43.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with Ephesians 4:3

Encourages maintaining unity through peace, contrary to the division in 2 Samuel 19:43.

Ephesians 4:3: Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Advises living at peace with everyone, in contrast to the conflict described in 2 Samuel 19:43.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:3

Urges humility and considering others better, opposing the prideful arguments in 2 Samuel 19:43.

Philippians 2:3: [Let] nothing [be done] through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

Contradiction with Galatians 5:22-23

Lists the fruit of the Spirit, including peace and gentleness, contradicting the contentious behavior in 2 Samuel 19:43.

Galatians 5:22-23: But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,

Contradiction with Colossians 3:13

Encourages bearing with one another and forgiving grievances, in sharp contrast to the quarrelsome attitude in 2 Samuel 19:43.

Colossians 3:13: Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also [do] ye. [quarrel: or, complaint]
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