Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 3:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 3:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 3:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Samuel, there was a long fight between King Saul's family and David's family. As time went on, David's family became stronger and stronger, while Saul's family became weaker and weaker.

2 Samuel 3:1: Now there was long war between the house of Saul and the house of David: but David waxed stronger and stronger, and the house of Saul waxed weaker and weaker.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

This verse promotes peacemaking, which contrasts with the prolonged conflict described in 2 Samuel 3:1.

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, in contrast to the conflict between the house of Saul and the house of David in 2 Samuel 3:1.

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

Contradiction with James 3:18

Highlights peace-making and righteousness, which contradicts the enduring war depicted in 2 Samuel 3:1.

James 3:18: And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace of them that make peace.

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