Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 2:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 2:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 2:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 2 Samuel, Joab wanted everyone to stop fighting, so he blew a trumpet, and the people listened and stopped chasing each other and stopped the battle. Christians might see this as a moment when God helped bring peace to a tough situation.

2 Samuel 2:28: So Joab blew a trumpet, and all the people stood still, and pursued after Israel no more, neither fought they any more.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:18

This verse speaks of God instructing Saul to utterly destroy the Amalekites, contradictory to 2 Samuel 2:28 where Joab ceases pursuit and spares lives.

1 Samuel 15:18: And the LORD sent thee on a journey, and said, Go and utterly destroy the sinners the Amalekites, and fight against them until they be consumed. [they...: Heb. they consume them]

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Encourages not to say "I will recompense evil," contradicting 2 Samuel 2:28 where Joab only ceases pursuit after significant violence.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Teaches to not resist evil and to turn the other cheek, in contrast to the pursuit of enemies in 2 Samuel 2:28.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Advises against taking revenge, whereas 2 Samuel 2:28 involves pursuit and conflict before stopping.

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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