Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 3:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Esther 3:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Esther 3:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the book of Esther, the king sent messengers quickly to share Haman's new rule, and while the king and Haman enjoyed drinks together, the people in the city were very confused and worried about what was happening.

Esther 3:15: The posts went out, being hastened by the king's commandment, and the decree was given in Shushan the palace. And the king and Haman sat down to drink; but the city Shushan was perplexed.

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:21

Esther 3:15 describes the king’s command and haste, whereas Proverbs 19:21 suggests that despite many plans, it is the Lord's purpose that prevails.

Proverbs 19:21: [There are] many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.

Contradiction with Romans 8:28

Esther 3:15 shows an evil plan executed swiftly, contrasted with Romans 8:28, which assures that all things work together for good for those who love God.

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9

Esther 3:15 reflects human urgency and planning, whereas Isaiah 55:8-9 speaks to God's thoughts and ways being higher than man's.

Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.

Contradiction with Psalm 37:12-13

Esther 3:15 highlights urgency in carrying out wicked plans, while Psalm 37:12-13 shows that the wicked plot against the righteous, but God laughs at them knowing their end is coming.

Psalm 37:12-13: The wicked plotteth against the just, and gnasheth upon him with his teeth. [plotteth: or, practiseth]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

Esther 3:15 is about an immediate and possibly harmful decree, whereas Jeremiah 29:11 emphasizes God’s plan for hope and a future.

Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9

Esther 3:15 shows a quick human decision, but Proverbs 16:9 notes that while a man plans his path, the Lord directs his steps.

Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.

Contradiction with Job 5:12

Esther 3:15 depicts a detrimental decree going into effect, but Job 5:12 states that God frustrates the devices of the crafty.

Job 5:12: He disappointeth the devices of the crafty, so that their hands cannot perform [their] enterprise. [their enterprise: or, any thing]

Contradiction with Psalm 33:10-11

Esther 3:15 demonstrates a king's decree executed speedily, while Psalm 33:10-11 discusses how the Lord nullifies the plans of nations and confirms His own intentions.

Psalm 33:10-11: The LORD bringeth the counsel of the heathen to nought: he maketh the devices of the people of none effect. [bringeth: Heb. maketh frustrate]
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