Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 1:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 1:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 1:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse means that something very special and strong in Israel has been lost, as important leaders or warriors have died. It makes people feel sad because these mighty heroes are no longer around to help and protect them.

2 Samuel 1:19: The beauty of Israel is slain upon thy high places: how are the mighty fallen!

Contradiction with 1 Kings 10:23

This verse highlights Solomon's glory, contradicting the lament of no glory in Israel in 2 Samuel 1:19.

1 Kings 10:23: So king Solomon exceeded all the kings of the earth for riches and for wisdom.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23

This verse advises against boasting in one's might, contradicting the lament over the death of mighty ones in 2 Samuel 1:19.

Jeremiah 9:23: Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:6

This verse states that all flesh is grass and its beauty fades, contradicting the lament that the beauty of Israel is slain in 2 Samuel 1:19.

Isaiah 40:6: The voice said, Cry. And he said, What shall I cry? All flesh [is] grass, and all the goodliness thereof [is] as the flower of the field:

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:31

This verse tells us to glory in the Lord, not human achievements, contradicting the lament for human glory in 2 Samuel 1:19.

1 Corinthians 1:31: That, according as it is written, He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20

This passage advises storing treasures in heaven rather than earth, contrasting with the earthly lament of lost glory in 2 Samuel 1:19.

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:
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