Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 5:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Esther 5:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Esther 5:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Esther, Esther was about to make a big request to the king. She needed courage to speak up for her people.

Esther 5:7: Then answered Esther, and said, My petition and my request [is];

Contradiction with Esther 1:12

In Esther 1:12, Queen Vashti refuses to come at the king's command, whereas in Esther 5:7, Queen Esther willingly interacts with the king.

Esther 1:12: But the queen Vashti refused to come at the king's commandment by [his] chamberlains: therefore was the king very wroth, and his anger burned in him. [by his...: Heb. which was by the hand of his eunuchs]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:7

Matthew 6:7 advises against vain repetitions in prayer, contrasting with Esther 5:7, where Esther's response involves a repeated invitation.

Matthew 6:7: But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen [do]: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.

Contradiction with James 1:5

James 1:5 advocates asking for wisdom without hesitation, as opposed to Esther 5:7, where Esther delays stating her request.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Proverbs 29:11

Proverbs 29:11 suggests a fool gives full vent to their spirit, unlike Esther 5:7, where Esther doesn't immediately reveal her intentions.

Proverbs 29:11: A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise [man] keepeth it in till afterwards.

Contradiction with Luke 11:9

Luke 11:9 encourages direct asking to receive, contrasting with Esther 5:7, where Esther postpones her request.

Luke 11:9: And I say unto you, Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.
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