Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 5:25

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 5:25 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 5:25. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, David listened to God and did what He asked, which helped him win a battle against the Philistines. This shows how important it is to follow God's directions to succeed.

2 Samuel 5:25: And David did so, as the LORD had commanded him; and smote the Philistines from Geba until thou come to Gazer. [Geba: also called, Gibeon]

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 2:9

This verse states that "by strength shall no man prevail," contradicting 2 Samuel 5:25 where David achieves victory through military action.

1 Samuel 2:9: He will keep the feet of his saints, and the wicked shall be silent in darkness; for by strength shall no man prevail.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse advises to "resist not evil" and to turn the other cheek, contrasting with 2 Samuel 5:25 where David actively strikes against his enemies.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse instructs to "avenge not yourselves," in opposition to the military retaliation described in 2 Samuel 5:25.

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 24:17

This verse advises not to rejoice when an enemy falls, in contradiction to the celebration of victory in 2 Samuel 5:25.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Isaiah 2:4

This verse envisions a future where nations "shall beat their swords into plowshares," contrary to the warfare in 2 Samuel 5:25.

Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
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