Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 1:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Esther 1:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Esther 1:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to an unknown author of the Book of Esther, the king asked his wise men for advice because he always trusted them to help him make good choices, especially when it came to important rules. This shows that the king valued their wisdom and judgment.

Esther 1:13: Then the king said to the wise men, which knew the times, (for so [was] the king's manner toward all that knew law and judgment:

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:6

Esther 1:13 mentions the wise men who knew the law, while Proverbs 24:6 emphasizes seeking multiple counselors for safety, suggesting a broader approach than just consulting specific wise men.

Proverbs 24:6: For by wise counsel thou shalt make thy war: and in multitude of counsellors [there is] safety.

Contradiction with James 1:5

Esther 1:13 relies on the wisdom of men, whereas James 1:5 encourages asking God for wisdom, indicating a divine source of wisdom, not just human advisors.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23

Esther 1:13 values the wisdom of men, but Jeremiah 9:23 advises against boasting of wisdom and emphasizes understanding God as more vital.

Jeremiah 9:23: Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:
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