Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 9:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Esther 9:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Esther 9:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Esther, this verse means that the special days called Purim should always be remembered and celebrated by Jewish people everywhere, no matter where they live or how much time has passed. Even though Christians don't celebrate Purim, they understand the importance of remembering special events and stories from long ago.

Esther 9:28: And [that] these days [should be] remembered and kept throughout every generation, every family, every province, and every city; and [that] these days of Purim should not fail from among the Jews, nor the memorial of them perish from their seed. [fail: Heb. pass] [perish: Heb. be ended]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Esther 9:28 celebrates the remembrance of violence and defense, while Matthew 5:44 advocates for loving enemies and blessing those who curse you.

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 9:28 focuses on remembering an act of revenge, whereas Romans 12:19 advises against taking vengeance, leaving it to God's wrath.

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 Luke 6:27-28

Esther 9:28 is about remembering self-defense and overcoming foes, whereas Luke 6:27-28 instructs to love enemies and do good to those who hate you.

Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Esther 9:28 signifies an annual remembrance of a victorious defense, while Proverbs 20:22 suggests not to repay evil with evil but to wait for the Lord's deliverance.

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

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

Esther 9:28 is about celebrating historic revenge and survival, in contrast, 1 Peter 3:9 teaches not to repay evil with evil or insult with insult.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.

Paradox #1

The moral conflict in Esther 9:28 could arise from the celebration and commemoration of a violent event. While the verse encourages remembrance and festivity, some might find it conflicting to celebrate a time associated with conflict and revenge. This can seem inconsistent with broader teachings on forgiveness and peace.

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