Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 8:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Esther 8:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Esther 8:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Esther, this part of the story happens on a special day when all the regions of King Ahasuerus had to follow a new rule to help Esther's people. It's a day in the month called Adar, which is like a month on our calendar.

Esther 8:12: Upon one day in all the provinces of king Ahasuerus, [namely], upon the thirteenth [day] of the twelfth month, which [is] the month Adar.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21

Contradicts the principle of taking vengeance in Esther 8:12 by advising kindness to enemies.

Proverbs 25:21: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Opposes Esther 8:12 by instructing to love and pray for enemies rather than seeking revenge.

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

Encourages leaving vengeance to God, contrary to the retributive justice seen in Esther 8:12.

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 Leviticus 19:18

Advises against vengeance, conflicting with the decree of reciprocal violence in Esther 8:12.

Leviticus 19:18: Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I [am] the LORD.
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