Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 9:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Esther 9:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Esther 9:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Esther, many important people helped the Jewish people because they were afraid of Mordecai. They saw how strong and respected Mordecai had become, and that made them want to be on his side.

Esther 9:3: And all the rulers of the provinces, and the lieutenants, and the deputies, and officers of the king, helped the Jews; because the fear of Mordecai fell upon them. [officers...: Heb. those which did the business that belonged to the king]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse advises loving enemies and praying for those who persecute you, contrary to the fear and destruction enacted by lifting acts in Esther 9:3.

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 12:17-19

These verses emphasize not repaying evil for evil and living peaceably with others, which contradicts Esther 9:3 where the Jews defend themselves through force and conflict.

Romans 12:17-19: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17-18

Advises against rejoicing when an enemy falls, whereas Esther 9:3 implies triumph over enemies.

Proverbs 24:17-18: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28

Encourages loving your enemies and doing good to those who hate you, conflicting with the aim to overpower adversaries as seen in Esther 9:3.

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

Contradiction with Exodus 23:5

Encourages helping enemies in distress, contradictory to the adversarial outcome in Esther 9:3.

Exodus 23:5: If thou see the ass of him that hateth thee lying under his burden, and wouldest forbear to help him, thou shalt surely help with him. [and...: or, wilt thou cease to help him? or, and wouldest cease to leave thy business for him: thou shalt surely leave it to join with him]
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