Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 23:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 23:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 23:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, the main character is saying that he doesn't want to drink the special water because it is like the blood of brave men who risked their lives to get it. He thinks it would be wrong to enjoy it because of their sacrifice.

2 Samuel 23:17: And he said, Be it far from me, O LORD, that I should do this: [is not this] the blood of the men that went in jeopardy of their lives? therefore he would not drink it. These things did these three mighty men.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

"Thou shalt not kill" contradicts the refusal to drink, implying a respect for life, whereas this commandment strictly prohibits taking life.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Proverbs 31:6-7

These verses suggest giving strong drink to those who are perishing or in distress, which contrasts with the refusal to drink the water obtained at great risk.

Proverbs 31:6-7: Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto those that be of heavy hearts. [of...: Heb. bitter of soul]

Contradiction with Luke 22:42

"Not my will, but thine, be done" shows submission to God's will, which contrasts with David's refusal to drink based on personal conviction.

Luke 22:42: Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done. [willing, remove: Gr. willing to remove]

Contradiction with Romans 14:21

Advises against eating or drinking anything that would cause another to stumble, which can be contrasted with the act of pouring out the water as an offering, where the focus is on sanctity over potential stumbling blocks.

Romans 14:21: [It is] good neither to eat flesh, nor to drink wine, nor [any thing] whereby thy brother stumbleth, or is offended, or is made weak.

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 5:23

Advises using a little wine for the stomach's sake, contradicting the choice of not using perfectly good water for its intended purpose.

1 Timothy 5:23: Drink no longer water, but use a little wine for thy stomach's sake and thine often infirmities.

Paradox #1

The moral conflict in this verse arises from the act of offering something precious to God that was obtained through a risky and potentially life-threatening situation. It challenges the idea of valuing human life and safety against the practice of making sacrifices to honor God, which can involve putting lives in danger.

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