Contradictions and Paradoxes in Amos 2:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Amos 2:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Amos 2:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the prophet Amos, God is saying that He will remove the leaders and important people because they were not doing good things. God wants to show that He is in charge and does not like bad behavior.

Amos 2:3: And I will cut off the judge from the midst thereof, and will slay all the princes thereof with him, saith the LORD.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17-18

These verses advise against rejoicing when an enemy falls, which contrasts with the intent of Amos 2:3, where judgment upon a ruler is pronounced.

Proverbs 24:17-18: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse encourages loving your enemies and praying for those who persecute you, contrasting the judgment pronounced in Amos 2:3.

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 Ezekiel 18:23

God expresses no pleasure in the death of the wicked, whereas Amos 2:3 declares a judgment that involves a ruler's fall.

Ezekiel 18:23: Have I any pleasure at all that the wicked should die? saith the Lord GOD: [and] not that he should return from his ways, and live?

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse emphasizes leaving vengeance to God and living peaceably with all, which seems at odds with the direct judgment described in Amos 2:3.

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.
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