Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
This verse emphasizes that God looks at the heart, not outward appearance, which contradicts the search for fair young virgins in Esther 2:2.
1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]
Contradiction with Proverbs 31:30
This verse states that beauty is deceitful and emphasizes fearing the Lord, contrasting the focus on physical beauty in Esther 2:2.
Proverbs 31:30: Favour [is] deceitful, and beauty [is] vain: [but] a woman [that] feareth the LORD, she shall be praised.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:3-4
This verse advises against outward adorning and values a meek and quiet spirit, contradicting the physical beauty sought in Esther 2:2.
1 Peter 3:3-4: Whose adorning let it not be that outward [adorning] of plaiting the hair, and of wearing of gold, or of putting on of apparel;
Contradiction with James 2:1-4
These verses warn against showing favoritism based on appearance, contrasting with the search criteria in Esther 2:2.
James 2:1-4: My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, [the Lord] of glory, with respect of persons.