Contradictions and Paradoxes in Daniel 11:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Daniel 11:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Daniel 11:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Daniel, the king from the north will come back with more people and a big army, even stronger than before, and he will be very rich. This means that after some years, he will be ready and very powerful.

Daniel 11:13: For the king of the north shall return, and shall set forth a multitude greater than the former, and shall certainly come after certain years with a great army and with much riches. [after...: Heb. at the end of times, even years]

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Daniel 11:13 suggests preparation based on foresight and strength, whereas Proverbs 3:5 advises relying on trust in the Lord rather than one's understanding.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Daniel 11:13 implies returning and fighting with increased force, while Matthew 5:39 advocates for turning the other cheek, suggesting non-retaliation.

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 Romans 12:19

Daniel 11:13 depicts a return with a great army for vengeance, contrasting with Romans 12:19, which advises against seeking vengeance and leaving it to God.

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.

Contradiction with Zechariah 4:6

Daniel 11:13 emphasizes strength and force, while Zechariah 4:6 conveys that triumph is achieved not by might or power, but by the Spirit of God.

Zechariah 4:6: Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This [is] the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. [might: or, army]

Contradiction with James 4:13-15

Daniel 11:13 assumes a planned return and success based on human strength, whereas James 4:13-15 warns against making plans without acknowledging the will of God.

James 4:13-15: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain:
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