Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 6:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Esther 6:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Esther 6:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse shows that when the king wants to show someone special honor, they are given fancy clothes, a nice horse, and paraded around the city so everyone can see how much the king likes them. Christians might see this as a reminder that doing good can lead to being honored and celebrated.

Esther 6:9: And let this apparel and horse be delivered to the hand of one of the king's most noble princes, that they may array the man [withal] whom the king delighteth to honour, and bring him on horseback through the street of the city, and proclaim before him, Thus shall it be done to the man whom the king delighteth to honour. [bring...: Heb. cause him to ride]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:1

This verse advises against performing acts for public recognition, which contradicts the public honor and recognition being given to Mordecai in Esther 6:9.

Matthew 6:1: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]

Contradiction with James 4:6

This verse emphasizes humility, while Esther 6:9 describes an act of public exaltation, which can be seen as promoting pride.

James 4:6: But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:3

Advises on humility and valuing others above oneself, which contrasts with the public parade and honor in Esther 6:9.

Philippians 2:3: [Let] nothing [be done] through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:2

Suggests letting others praise you, not yourself, contrasting with the orchestrated honor in Esther 6:9.

Proverbs 27:2: Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips.
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