Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 3:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 3:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 3:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Samuel, this verse is about King David asking for his wife Michal to be returned to him before he agrees to make peace with someone. It's like when you ask for something that's very important to you before you agree to be friends again.

2 Samuel 3:13: And he said, Well; I will make a league with thee: but one thing I require of thee, that is, Thou shalt not see my face, except thou first bring Michal Saul's daughter, when thou comest to see my face. [that is: Heb. saying]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:37

This verse emphasizes letting your 'Yes' be 'Yes,' contrasting with the potential negotiation implied in 2 Samuel 3:13.

Matthew 5:37: But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.

Contradiction with James 5:12

Echoes the directive to avoid oaths and affirmations beyond yes or no, differing from the commitment scenario in 2 Samuel 3:13.

James 5:12: But above all things, my brethren, swear not, neither by heaven, neither by the earth, neither by any other oath: but let your yea be yea; and [your] nay, nay; lest ye fall into condemnation.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:25

Warns against making vows rashly, contrasting with the conditional agreement presented in 2 Samuel 3:13.

Proverbs 20:25: [It is] a snare to the man [who] devoureth [that which is] holy, and after vows to make enquiry.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:5

Suggests it's better not to vow than to vow and not fulfill, contrasting the bargaining approach in 2 Samuel 3:13.

Ecclesiastes 5:5: Better [is it] that thou shouldest not vow, than that thou shouldest vow and not pay.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:24

Highlights discomfort in living with a contentious partner, contrasting with the marriage negotiation in 2 Samuel 3:13.

Proverbs 25:24: [It is] better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman and in a wide house.
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