Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 7:7

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

According to the author of the Book of Esther, the king was very angry and left the room after a feast. Haman was scared and asked Queen Esther to save him because he knew the king wanted to punish him.

Esther 7:7: And the king arising from the banquet of wine in his wrath [went] into the palace garden: and Haman stood up to make request for his life to Esther the queen; for he saw that there was evil determined against him by the king.

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

A soft answer is suggested to turn away wrath, contrasting Esther's bold appeal to the king's anger.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Advises to love and pray for enemies, unlike Esther's plea against Haman.

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

Tells to give place to wrath and leave vengeance to God, while Esther seeks the king's judgment on Haman.

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.
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