Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 3:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Esther 3:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Esther 3:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to a Christian understanding, Haman was very angry because Mordecai didn't bow down to him or show him respect. Haman wanted everyone to treat him like he was very important, but Mordecai didn't do that.

Esther 3:5: And when Haman saw that Mordecai bowed not, nor did him reverence, then was Haman full of wrath.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse encourages loving and blessing enemies, while Esther 3:5 depicts Haman's anger and desire to harm Mordecai.

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 10:12

This verse highlights love covering all sins, contrasting with Haman's hatred and wrath in Esther 3:5.

Proverbs 10:12: Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises not to seek revenge, in contrast to Haman's vengeful feelings in Esther 3:5.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with 1 John 4:20

This verse emphasizes love for others as a sign of loving God, which contradicts Haman's hatred in Esther 3:5.

1 John 4:20: If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen?
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