Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 7:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Esther 7:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Esther 7:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Esther, Esther bravely told the king that the mean person causing trouble was Haman. After she said this, Haman got really scared because the king and queen knew he was bad.

Esther 7:6: And Esther said, The adversary and enemy [is] this wicked Haman. Then Haman was afraid before the king and the queen. [The adversary: Heb. The man adversary] [before: or, at the presence of]

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

While Exodus 14:14 states that "The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace," Esther 7:6 depicts Esther taking action to confront her adversary directly.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Matthew 5:44 instructs to "love your enemies," contrasting with Esther 7:6 where Esther identifies an enemy to be dealt with.

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 12:19

Romans 12:19 advises against seeking personal vengeance, while in Esther 7:6, Esther reveals her adversary leading to his downfall.

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.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in this context might arise from the theme of vengeance versus forgiveness. In the story, Esther reveals Haman’s evil plot, which eventually leads to his downfall. Some might see a conflict between the idea of punishing enemies and the biblical teachings of forgiveness and compassion.

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