Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 2:17

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

According to the author of the book of 2 Samuel, this verse tells us that there was a big fight, and Abner and his soldiers lost to King David's men. It helps show why David became a strong and respected leader.

2 Samuel 2:17: And there was a very sore battle that day; and Abner was beaten, and the men of Israel, before the servants of David.

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

The Lord shall fight for you, contradicting the idea of a physical battle between men as seen in 2 Samuel 2:17.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Blessed are the peacemakers, contrasting with the violent encounter described in 2 Samuel 2:17.

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

Contradiction with James 4:1

Describes wars and fighting as the result of lusts, which contradicts the battle in 2 Samuel 2:17 being depicted as a result of political conflict.

James 4:1: From whence [come] wars and fightings among you? [come they] not hence, [even] of your lusts that war in your members? [fightings: or, brawlings] [lusts: or, pleasures]

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Advises against avenging oneself, whereas 2 Samuel 2:17 involves direct conflict and confrontation.

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.
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