Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 3:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Esther 3:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Esther 3:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Esther, the people talked to Mordecai every day, but he didn't listen to them. So, they told Haman to see if Mordecai's reason for not listening, which was because he was a Jew, was a good enough reason.

Esther 3:4: Now it came to pass, when they spake daily unto him, and he hearkened not unto them, that they told Haman, to see whether Mordecai's matters would stand: for he had told them that he [was] a Jew.

Contradiction with Romans 12:17

This verse advises against repaying evil for evil, which contradicts the conflict and intrigue evident in Esther 3:4.

Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse encourages turning the other cheek, opposing the tension and defiance described in Esther 3:4.

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 Matthew 5:44

This verse calls to love and pray for one's enemies, contrary to the animosity present in Esther 3:4.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Advises not to seek revenge, contradicting the unfolding adversarial situation in Esther 3:4.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

Advises not to repay evil with evil, conflicting with the retaliatory nature suggested in Esther 3:4.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.

Contradiction with Galatians 5:15

Warns against destructive conflict, which contrasts with the hostilities implied in Esther 3:4.

Galatians 5:15: But if ye bite and devour one another, take heed that ye be not consumed one of another.

Contradiction with Leviticus 19:18

Instructs not to seek vengeance, opposing the conflict and defiance found in Esther 3:4.

Leviticus 19:18: Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I [am] the LORD.

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in this verse could be seen as the conflict between following personal beliefs versus conforming to authority or societal expectations. This could raise questions about the rightness of adhering to one's faith or convictions when it goes against the rules or norms set by those in power.

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