Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 8:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 8:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 8:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Samuel, David became famous because he won a big battle against the Syrians in a place called the valley of salt, defeating eighteen thousand of them. It shows how brave and strong David was as a leader for his people.

2 Samuel 8:13: And David gat [him] a name when he returned from smiting of the Syrians in the valley of salt, [being] eighteen thousand [men]. [smiting: Heb. his smiting]

Contradiction with 1 Chronicles 18:12

This verse states that Abishai the son of Zeruiah slew the Edomites, whereas 2 Samuel 8:13 attributes the victory to David himself.

1 Chronicles 18:12: Moreover Abishai the son of Zeruiah slew of the Edomites in the valley of salt eighteen thousand. [Abishai: Heb. Abshai]

Paradox #1

There is a potential contradiction with the account in 1 Chronicles 18:12, where it mentions Abishai, rather than David, defeating the Edomites. The two accounts differ in who is credited with the victory.

Paradox #2

This Bible verse describes a victory and gaining fame through battle, which can conflict with teachings that promote peace and humility. It raises the question of whether gaining glory through violence aligns with the overall message of love and peace found in other parts of the Bible.

Paradox #3

There is a contradiction regarding the number of enemies defeated. In "2 Samuel 8:13" it mentions a specific number of enemies killed, but some translations or cross-references may show a different number in related accounts, possibly leading to confusion about the exact figure.

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