Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 9:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Esther 9:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Esther 9:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Esther, this verse shows that the Jewish people decided to follow the instructions given by Mordecai. They were doing what they had started and were listening to Mordecai's advice.

Esther 9:23: And the Jews undertook to do as they had begun, and as Mordecai had written unto them;

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

Esther 9:23 celebrates an event where Jews defend and kill their enemies, contradicting the commandment "Thou shalt not kill."

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Esther 9:23 highlights vengeance, whereas Matthew 5:44 instructs to "love your 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 9:23 describes Jews taking vengeance, contradicting the directive "avenge not yourselves."

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 24:29

Esther 9:23 involves repaying enemies, contradicting the advice "Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me."

Proverbs 24:29: Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me: I will render to the man according to his work.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15

Esther 9:23 recounts revenge, contradicting "See that none render evil for evil unto any man."

1 Thessalonians 5:15: See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].
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