Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 20:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 20:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 20:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 2 Samuel, these soldiers and strong warriors were chasing a man named Sheba who was causing trouble. They left the city to catch him and stop his bad actions.

2 Samuel 20:7: And there went out after him Joab's men, and the Cherethites, and the Pelethites, and all the mighty men: and they went out of Jerusalem, to pursue after Sheba the son of Bichri.

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,
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