Contradictions and Paradoxes in Daniel 11:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Daniel 11:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Daniel 11:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Daniel, many people will try to fight against the king from the south, and some bad people will try to take over and make their dreams come true, but they will not succeed.

Daniel 11:14: And in those times there shall many stand up against the king of the south: also the robbers of thy people shall exalt themselves to establish the vision; but they shall fall. [the robbers: Heb. the children of robbers]

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 10:4

While Daniel 11:14 speaks of many rising up against the king, Ecclesiastes 10:4 advises to remain calm rather than opposing authority.

Ecclesiastes 10:4: If the spirit of the ruler rise up against thee, leave not thy place; for yielding pacifieth great offences.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Daniel 11:14 describes conflict and uprising, whereas this verse in Matthew encourages turning the other cheek rather than engaging in conflict.

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 13:1

Paul in Romans advocates for submission to governing authorities, which contrasts with the rebellion against the king described in Daniel 11:14.

Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:21

Proverbs advises to fear the Lord and the king and not associate with those given to change, in contradiction to the rebellious actions in Daniel 11:14.

Proverbs 24:21: My son, fear thou the LORD and the king: [and] meddle not with them that are given to change: [them...: Heb. changers]

Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:13

Peter encourages submission to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake, which opposes the uprising mentioned in Daniel 11:14.

1 Peter 2:13: Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;
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