Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 3:26

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 3:26 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 3:26. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 2 Samuel, Joab secretly sent messengers to bring Abner back without King David knowing. Joab had his own plans that he didn’t tell David about.

2 Samuel 3:26: And when Joab was come out from David, he sent messengers after Abner, which brought him again from the well of Sirah: but David knew [it] not.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:22

This verse emphasizes obedience to God's command rather than human schemes, contradicting Joab's deceitful actions against Abner in 2 Samuel 3:26.

1 Samuel 15:22: And Samuel said, Hath the LORD [as great] delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey [is] better than sacrifice, [and] to hearken than the fat of rams.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse teaches love for enemies, contrasting Joab's vengeful pursuit of Abner in 2 Samuel 3:26.

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 12:19

This verse advises against seeking personal vengeance, opposing Joab's actions to avenge Asahel’s death in 2 Samuel 3:26.

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.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6

This verse advises trusting in the Lord and not leaning on one's own understanding, whereas Joab acted on his own judgment in 2 Samuel 3:26.

Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

This commandment prohibits murder, contrasting Joab’s murderous intent in luring Abner under false pretenses in 2 Samuel 3:26.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
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