Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 10:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Esther 10:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Esther 10:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Esther, Mordecai was very important and respected because he was close to King Ahasuerus. He cared a lot about his people and always tried to help them and bring peace.

Esther 10:3: For Mordecai the Jew [was] next unto king Ahasuerus, and great among the Jews, and accepted of the multitude of his brethren, seeking the wealth of his people, and speaking peace to all his seed.

Contradiction with Matthew 23:12

This verse states that those who exalt themselves will be humbled, which contradicts the elevation and greatness of Mordecai in Esther 10:3.

Matthew 23:12: And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.

Contradiction with Luke 6:26

This verse warns against people speaking well of you, whereas Esther 10:3 mentions the greatness of Mordecai and the esteem he received.

Luke 6:26: Woe unto you, when all men shall speak well of you! for so did their fathers to the false prophets.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:18

This verse warns that pride goes before destruction, contradicting the success and high position of Mordecai described in Esther 10:3.

Proverbs 16:18: Pride [goeth] before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.

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