Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 4:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Esther 4:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Esther 4:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the Christian understanding, Esther wanted to find out why Mordecai was upset, so she asked a trusted helper to go and ask him. She was worried and wanted to help him.

Esther 4:5: Then called Esther for Hatach, [one] of the king's chamberlains, whom he had appointed to attend upon her, and gave him a commandment to Mordecai, to know what it [was], and why it [was]. [appointed...: Heb. set before her]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Encourages turning the other cheek and loving enemies, contrasting Esther's action to seek understanding of a protest potentially against perceived enemies.

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 Romans 13:1

Urges submission to governing authorities, which might indirectly contrast with Esther’s later actions spurred by the information she seeks, challenging a royal decree.

Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
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