Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 9:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 9:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 9:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Samuel, David wanted to be kind to anyone from Saul's family because he loved his friend Jonathan. He was looking to share kindness and do something nice for them.

2 Samuel 9:1: And David said, Is there yet any that is left of the house of Saul, that I may shew him kindness for Jonathan's sake?

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While 2 Samuel 9:1 describes David showing kindness to the house of Saul because of Jonathan, Matthew 5:44 instructs to love and bless even enemies, suggesting kindness should extend beyond personal alliances.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

2 Samuel 9:1 is about showing goodness to a friend's household out of loyalty, whereas Proverbs 24:17 warns against rejoicing when an enemy falls, suggesting a more restrained approach to relationships.

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

Contradiction with Luke 6:35

David’s kindness in 2 Samuel 9:1 is based on a prior friendship, while Luke 6:35 encourages kindness without expecting anything in return, even to enemies.

Luke 6:35: But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and [to] the evil.

Contradiction with James 2:9

Although David’s action in 2 Samuel 9:1 reflects kindness, James 2:9 warns against favoritism, which could be interpreted as David favoring Jonathan’s house because of their friendship.

James 2:9: But if ye have respect to persons, ye commit sin, and are convinced of the law as transgressors.

Contradiction with Galatians 6:10

David focuses on Jonathan's descendants in 2 Samuel 9:1, while Galatians 6:10 encourages doing good to all people, indicating a broader scope of kindness.

Galatians 6:10: As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all [men], especially unto them who are of the household of faith.
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