Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 6:21

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 6:21 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 6:21. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Samuel, David explained to Michal that he danced because God chose him to be the leader of Israel, and he wanted to celebrate and honor God. David was happy and thankful to God, which is why he danced with joy.

2 Samuel 6:21: And David said unto Michal, [It was] before the LORD, which chose me before thy father, and before all his house, to appoint me ruler over the people of the LORD, over Israel: therefore will I play before the LORD.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:18

This verse explains how pride leads to destruction, while 2 Samuel 6:21 highlights a moment of justified pride before God.

Proverbs 16:18: Pride [goeth] before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.

Contradiction with Luke 14:11

This verse speaks of humility being exalted, whereas 2 Samuel 6:21 illustrates David's pride in worshiping the Lord.

Luke 14:11: For whosoever exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted.

Contradiction with James 4:6

This verse states "God resisteth the proud," in contrast to David's statement of dignified pride in his actions before God in 2 Samuel 6:21.

James 4:6: But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:5

Encourages humility, contrasting with David's assertion of justified pride in 2 Samuel 6:21.

1 Peter 5:5: Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all [of you] be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.

Paradox #1

The contradiction in 2 Samuel 6:21 might be seen in the context of humility and pride. On one hand, the verse reflects the importance of honoring God sincerely, while on the other hand, it could be perceived as justifying actions that might seem overly prideful or dismissive to others, like King David's dancing which was criticized. This can create tension between expressing genuine joy before God and maintaining humility.

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