Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 11:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 11:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 11:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Judges, the people asked Jephthah to be their leader to help them fight against the people of Ammon. They wanted Jephthah because they thought he was strong and could help them win the battle.

Judges 11:6: And they said unto Jephthah, Come, and be our captain, that we may fight with the children of Ammon.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

This verse commands "Thou shalt not kill," which contradicts Judges 11:6 where Jephthah is asked to lead a battle involving killing.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Jesus instructs to "Love your enemies," which contradicts the notion of leading a war against enemies as implied in Judges 11:6.

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

This verse advises leaving vengeance to God, which contradicts the call to lead an offensive in Judges 11:6.

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 Romans 14:19

Encourages pursuing peace, which contradicts the call to battle in Judges 11:6.

Romans 14:19: Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:3

Advises doing nothing out of selfish ambition, contrasting with the war leadership sought in Judges 11:6.

Philippians 2:3: [Let] nothing [be done] through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.
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