Contradiction with Leviticus 19:18
This verse speaks against bearing grudges and taking vengeance, contradicting the act of prolonged mourning and seeking justice for the death of the sons.
Leviticus 19:18: Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I [am] the LORD.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 24:16
It states that children should not be punished for the sins of their parents, conflicting with the execution of Saul's descendants.
Deuteronomy 24:16: The fathers shall not be put to death for the children, neither shall the children be put to death for the fathers: every man shall be put to death for his own sin.
Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17
Advises not to rejoice when your enemy falls, which may contrast with the sense of satisfaction derived from the act in 2 Samuel 21:10.
Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20
Similar to Deuteronomy 24:16, asserts individual responsibility for sin, opposing the collective punishment seen in this narrative.
Ezekiel 18:20: The soul that sinneth, it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Encourages love for enemies and praying for persecutors, which can be seen as contradicting the act of mourning that could be driven by a desire for retribution.
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 Romans 12:19
Advises against taking revenge and instead leaving room for God's wrath, contrasting the personal response seen in 2 Samuel 21:10.
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.
Paradox #1
The Bible verse "2 Samuel 21:10" describes Rizpah, the daughter of Aiah, protecting the bodies of her sons from birds and wild animals for an extended period. A scientific inconsistency here could involve the logistical implausibility of successfully keeping scavengers and predators away for such a long time without modern tools or help, given the natural tendencies of wildlife and degradation processes. However, such descriptions in ancient texts often carry symbolic or allegorical meanings rather than strictly literal accounts.
Paradox #2
The potential moral conflict in this verse could be related to the action being described, which might seem harsh or difficult to understand from a modern perspective. It involves someone taking a stand in a desperate and prolonged manner, which could raise questions about justice, grief, and the necessary actions in response to loss and atonement. The complexity lies in reconciling these actions with contemporary views on morality and human rights.