Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 8:8

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

According to many Christian teachers, this verse shows how God is powerful and can protect His people. It tells about how the king gave a special rule that no one could change, showing that sometimes God uses leaders to help people.

Esther 8:8: Write ye also for the Jews, as it liketh you, in the king's name, and seal [it] with the king's ring: for the writing which is written in the king's name, and sealed with the king's ring, may no man reverse.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Esther 8:8 permits retribution against enemies, whereas Matthew 5:44 advocates love and prayer 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 8:8 allows people to avenge themselves, while Romans 12:19 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 Exodus 14:14

Esther 8:8 speaks of self-defense and defense of rights, while Exodus 14:14 tells that the Lord will fight for you.

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

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Esther 8:8 permits retaliation, while Proverbs 20:22 advises against repaying evil.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 32:35

Esther 8:8 involves human judgment and action, while Deuteronomy 32:35 emphasizes divine retribution.

Deuteronomy 32:35: To me [belongeth] vengeance, and recompence; their foot shall slide in [due] time: for the day of their calamity [is] at hand, and the things that shall come upon them make haste.
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