Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 2:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 2:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 2:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 2 Samuel, David told the men of Jabeshgilead that God would bless them for being kind to King Saul by taking care of his burial. David was happy that they showed respect to their leader, even when he was gone.

2 Samuel 2:5: And David sent messengers unto the men of Jabeshgilead, and said unto them, Blessed [be] ye of the LORD, that ye have shewed this kindness unto your lord, [even] unto Saul, and have buried him.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While 2 Samuel 2:5 commends the people of Jabesh-Gilead for kindness to Saul, Matthew 5:44 instructs to love and bless enemies, differing from only showing kindness to those who were allies.

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 Romans 12:20

2 Samuel 2:5 praises acts of loyalty towards a fallen leader, but Romans 12:20 advises showing kindness and feeding enemies, potentially opposing retribution or selective loyalty.

Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.
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