Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 10:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Esther 10:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Esther 10:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Esther, King Ahasuerus asked the people on the land and the islands to give him gifts or payment. This was like a tax, and it showed he ruled over those areas.

Esther 10:1: And the king Ahasuerus laid a tribute upon the land, and [upon] the isles of the sea.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Esther 10:1 speaks of imposing a tribute, suggesting the use of power and authority, while Matthew 5:39 advises against resisting evil and encourages turning the other cheek, suggesting a different approach to handling power.

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 13:6-7

Esther 10:1 describes a king imposing taxes, which might imply a burden; Romans 13:6-7 emphasizes paying taxes as a duty to authorities, highlighting the legitimacy and positive aspect of such impositions.

Romans 13:6-7: For for this cause pay ye tribute also: for they are God's ministers, attending continually upon this very thing.

Contradiction with Matthew 22:21

Esther 10:1 involves the demand for tribute, potentially seen as oppressive; Matthew 22:21 emphasizes rendering to Caesar what is Caesar's, distinguishing between civil duty and spiritual obligations.

Matthew 22:21: When they had heard [these words], they marvelled, and left him, and went their way.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:9

Where Esther 10:1 mentions tribute imposed by a king, possibly seen as burdensome, Proverbs 3:9 advises honoring the Lord with your wealth, implying voluntary giving as opposed to imposed tribute.

Proverbs 3:9: Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase:

Contradiction with Mark 12:17

Esther 10:1 depicts a forceful action of imposing tribute, while Mark 12:17 suggests the principle of giving to authorities what belongs to them, promoting a sense of just and rightful contribution.

Mark 12:17: And Jesus answering said unto them, Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's. And they marvelled at him.
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