Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 7:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Esther 7:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Esther 7:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Esther, Harbonah told the king about a tall wooden structure that Haman had built to hurt Mordecai, who was a good man to the king. The king decided that Haman should be punished using that same structure.

Esther 7:9: And Harbonah, one of the chamberlains, said before the king, Behold also, the gallows fifty cubits high, which Haman had made for Mordecai, who had spoken good for the king, standeth in the house of Haman. Then the king said, Hang him thereon. [gallows: Heb. tree]

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

Esther 7:9 implies a sentence of execution, whereas Exodus prohibits killing.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Esther 7:9 involves plotting against an enemy, while Jesus teaches to love and pray for 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 12:19

Esther 7:9 is about vengeance by humans, while Romans advises leaving vengeance to God.

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.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

Esther 7:9 includes rejoicing over the downfall of an enemy, while Proverbs advises against it.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Isaiah 1:17

Esther 7:9 involves seeking justice through punishment, while Isaiah encourages seeking justice protectively and defending the oppressed.

Isaiah 1:17: Learn to do well; seek judgment, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow. [relieve: or, righten]
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