Contradiction with Matthew 5:9
While 2 Samuel 20:7 describes a violent pursuit, Matthew 5:9 blesses peacemakers, highlighting a contrast between violence and peace.
Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Contradiction with Romans 12:18
2 Samuel 20:7 depicts confrontation, whereas Romans 12:18 encourages living peaceably with all, suggesting a contradiction in approach to conflict.
Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
The act of pursuit for violence in 2 Samuel 20:7 contradicts the commandment against killing found in Exodus 20:13.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1
2 Samuel 20:7 shows immediate action and pursuit, whereas Proverbs 15:1 advises a gentle response over harsh actions, promoting a peaceful approach.
Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
Contradiction with James 1:20
The anger leading to action in 2 Samuel 20:7 is contrasted by James 1:20, which states that man's anger does not produce the righteousness of God.
James 1:20: For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.
Contradiction with Isaiah 2:4
2 Samuel 20:7 involves preparation for battle, against Isaiah 2:4's vision of beating swords into plowshares and abandoning war.
Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
The aggressive actions in 2 Samuel 20:7 conflict with Luke 6:27, which instructs love for enemies, countering with an approach of forgiveness and love.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,