Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 14:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 14:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 14:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Judges, Samson's wife was sad because she thought Samson didn't love her since he shared a riddle with others but not her. Samson explained that he hadn't even shared it with his parents, so it wasn't about not loving her.

Judges 14:16: And Samson's wife wept before him, and said, Thou dost but hate me, and lovest me not: thou hast put forth a riddle unto the children of my people, and hast not told [it] me. And he said unto her, Behold, I have not told [it] my father nor my mother, and shall I tell [it] thee?

Contradiction with Matthew 5:37

This verse advocates for straightforward communication, contradicting the deception and manipulation observed in Judges 14:16.

Matthew 5:37: But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.

Contradiction with Proverbs 12:22

This verse praises truthfulness, contrary to the deceit implied in Judges 14:16.

Proverbs 12:22: Lying lips [are] abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly [are] his delight.

Contradiction with Ephesians 4:25

This verse encourages honest communication among individuals, conflicting with the indirect communication in Judges 14:16.

Ephesians 4:25: Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another.

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in Judges 14:16 could be related to issues of deceit and relationship. In the context of the story, there might appear to be a contradiction with the values of honesty and trust, as the events involve deception and manipulation in personal relationships. This could seem inconsistent with biblical teachings that value truthfulness and fidelity. However, understanding the cultural and narrative context can help reconcile these tensions.

Paradox #2

Samson's wife cries to him and persuades him to reveal the answer to his riddle. The moral conflict here could be about trust and manipulation in relationships. Samson trusts his wife but she manipulates him to get what she wants, leading to betrayal. This raises questions about honesty and sincerity between loved ones.

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