Contradictions and Paradoxes in Esther 9:31

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Esther 9:31 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Esther 9:31. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Esther, God’s people, led by Mordecai and Queen Esther, decided to celebrate the holiday of Purim every year at a special time. They wanted to remember how they were saved and to teach their children to do the same.

Esther 9:31: To confirm these days of Purim in their times [appointed], according as Mordecai the Jew and Esther the queen had enjoined them, and as they had decreed for themselves and for their seed, the matters of the fastings and their cry. [themselves: Heb. their souls]

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33

Esther 9:31 emphasizes the establishment of order among the Jews, whereas 1 Corinthians 14:33 states that God is not the author of confusion, seeming to highlight differing perspectives on divine intentions in creating societal customs.

1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Esther 9:31 includes a focus on commemorating victories over enemies, while Matthew 5:44 instructs to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, suggesting a contradiction in responses to adversaries.

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

Esther 9:31 celebrates deliverance and protection through retaliation, yet Romans 12:17-19 advises against repaying evil for evil and advocates leaving vengeance to God, presenting a contrast in handling conflict.

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

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Esther 9:31 highlights the Jews seeking retribution against their enemies, while Proverbs 20:22 advises to wait for the Lord to save you instead of seeking immediate revenge.

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

Contradiction with Exodus 23:4-5

Esther 9:31 involves decisive actions against foes and celebrating that, whereas Exodus 23:4-5 calls for helping your enemy's straying donkey, promoting kindness to adversaries.

Exodus 23:4-5: If thou meet thine enemy's ox or his ass going astray, thou shalt surely bring it back to him again.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:29

Esther 9:31 recounts defending and enacting revenge on enemies, but Proverbs 24:29 warns against saying you will repay evil, a stance contrary to seeking justice through vengeance.

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.
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