Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 2:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 2:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 2:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 2 Samuel, this verse tells us that two leaders, Abner and Joab, decided to have their men take part in a kind of contest or game. They agreed to let the young men go ahead and do this to see whose side was stronger.

2 Samuel 2:14: And Abner said to Joab, Let the young men now arise, and play before us. And Joab said, Let them arise.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Contradicts the notion of young men engaging in combat, as 2 Samuel 2:14 describes, by promoting peacemaking.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Encourages living peacefully with all men, opposing the call for combat in 2 Samuel 2:14.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Contradiction with James 3:17-18

Emphasizes peace and righteousness sown in peace, conflicting with the battle scene in 2 Samuel 2:14.

James 3:17-18: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15

Advises against retaliation and for pursuing good, which contradicts the confrontation described in 2 Samuel 2:14.

1 Thessalonians 5:15: See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:7

Suggests making even enemies be at peace with one, opposing the combative action in 2 Samuel 2:14.

Proverbs 16:7: When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.

Paradox #1

The moral conflict in this verse could stem from how it depicts a violent confrontation being initiated as a game or contest. This might seem inconsistent with teachings that promote peace and non-violence. Engaging in deadly conflict for sport contrasts with messages in the Bible that encourage love, understanding, and reconciliation.

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