Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 8:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 8:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 8:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse shows that David won a battle and took shiny, golden shields from the other king’s helpers as a prize, bringing them back to his city, Jerusalem. It highlights how David was strong and successful with God's help in his battles.

2 Samuel 8:7: And David took the shields of gold that were on the servants of Hadadezer, and brought them to Jerusalem.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:15

This verse contradicts 2 Samuel 8:7 by stating "Thou shalt not steal," opposing the taking of shields made of gold by King David.

Exodus 20:15: Thou shalt not steal.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse encourages turning the other cheek and not resisting evil, in contrast to David's military conquest described in 2 Samuel 8:7.

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 Isaiah 2:4

This verse envisions a future where nations beat their swords into plowshares, which contradicts the warfare and seizing of treasures described in 2 Samuel 8:7.

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]

Contradiction with Romans 12:17

This verse advises not to repay evil for evil, contradicting the act of taking spoils in warfare as seen in 2 Samuel 8:7.

Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in 2 Samuel 8:7 might arise from the depiction of war and the taking of spoils by force. This act could be seen as inconsistent with teachings about peace, love, and compassion toward others found elsewhere in religious texts. It raises questions about the morality of using violence and seizing property during conflicts.

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