Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 2:20

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

According to the author of the book of 2 Samuel, this verse shows a moment during a chase in a battle. Abner turns around and asks Asahel if it is really him, and Asahel answers, "Yes, it's me."

2 Samuel 2:20: Then Abner looked behind him, and said, [Art] thou Asahel? And he answered, I [am].

Contradiction with Proverbs 26:4

This verse advises not to answer a fool according to his folly, contrasting with 2 Samuel 2:20 where there is direct engagement.

Proverbs 26:4: Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest thou also be like unto him.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Promotes peacemakers, contradictory to the pursuit and conflict depicted in 2 Samuel 2:20.

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

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Encourages living peaceably with all men, contrasting with the pursuit and confrontation in 2 Samuel 2:20.

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

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Advises love for enemies, while 2 Samuel 2:20 narrates a pursuit of an enemy.

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 Exodus 20:13

Commands against killing, whereas 2 Samuel 2:20 involves a context of battle and potential killing.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
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