Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 20:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 20:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 20:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Samuel, this verse shows how Amasa was hurt and lying in the road, causing everyone to stop and look. So, someone moved him out of the way and covered him, so people would stop gathering and continue on their way.

2 Samuel 20:12: And Amasa wallowed in blood in the midst of the highway. And when the man saw that all the people stood still, he removed Amasa out of the highway into the field, and cast a cloth upon him, when he saw that every one that came by him stood still.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse advises to love your enemies and do good to those who hate you, which contradicts the violent scene in 2 Samuel 20:12.

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 20:13

The commandment "Thou shalt not kill" stands in contrast to the act of Joab killing Amasa in 2 Samuel 20:12.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse warns against taking revenge, stating vengeance belongs to God, contrasting with the act of revenge seen in 2 Samuel 20:12.

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 Proverbs 24:17

Advises not to rejoice when your enemy falls, conflicting with the aftermath and potential triumph seen in 2 Samuel 20:12.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Encourages love and compassion toward enemies, opposing the ruthless action in 2 Samuel 20:12.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
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