Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 4:10

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According to the author of 2 Samuel, this verse tells us that when someone came to David saying Saul was dead, expecting a reward for sharing this news, David punished him instead because he respected Saul. This teaches that David valued doing what was right and just, even when others thought they were bringing good news.

2 Samuel 4:10: When one told me, saying, Behold, Saul is dead, thinking to have brought good tidings, I took hold of him, and slew him in Ziklag, who [thought] that I would have given him a reward for his tidings: [thinking...: Heb. he was in his own eyes as a bringer, etc] [who...: or, which was the reward I gave him for his tidings]

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:15

Justifying the wicked and condemning the just are both seen as an abomination, contradicting David's attitude towards the slayer.

Proverbs 17:15: He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both [are] abomination to the LORD.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

Commands not to kill, contrasting with the slaying of the righteous.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:21

Reinforces the commandment against killing, differing from the acceptance of the slayer in this context.

Matthew 5:21: Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment: [by: or, to]

Paradox #1

This verse might suggest a contradiction because it implies a punishment for someone who thought they were bringing good news. It raises questions about justice and fairness, as it can seem harsh to penalize someone who believed they were doing something right.

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