Contradictions and Paradoxes in Deuteronomy 2:26

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Deuteronomy 2:26 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Deuteronomy 2:26. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, who told this story, God asked him to send messengers to a king named Sihon to talk about making peace. Moses wanted to be friendly and not fight.

Deuteronomy 2:26: And I sent messengers out of the wilderness of Kedemoth unto Sihon king of Heshbon with words of peace, saying,

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 20:16

Contradicts by commanding the Israelites to leave no survivors, whereas Deuteronomy 2:26 describes sending peaceful messages.

Deuteronomy 20:16: But of the cities of these people, which the LORD thy God doth give thee [for] an inheritance, thou shalt save alive nothing that breatheth:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Contradicts by urging love for enemies, whereas Deuteronomy 2:26 involved seeking peaceful passage through negotiation.

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 Exodus 23:32

Contradicts by instructing not to make covenants with other nations, whereas Deuteronomy 2:26 involved seeking a form of agreement.

Exodus 23:32: Thou shalt make no covenant with them, nor with their gods.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:3

Contradicts by commanding total destruction, whereas Deuteronomy 2:26 describes offering peace first.

1 Samuel 15:3: Now go and smite Amalek, and utterly destroy all that they have, and spare them not; but slay both man and woman, infant and suckling, ox and sheep, camel and ass.

Contradiction with Numbers 31:7

Contradicts by commanding the Israelites to go to war without offering peace, unlike Deuteronomy 2:26.

Numbers 31:7: And they warred against the Midianites, as the LORD commanded Moses; and they slew all the males.
Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information shared as Polar Verses.