Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 15:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 15:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 15:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Judges, this part of the story shows how Samson was captured by his own people because they promised not to hurt him but handed him over to his enemies. It's about how sometimes people can be in tough situations but still find a way to be strong.

Judges 15:13: And they spake unto him, saying, No; but we will bind thee fast, and deliver thee into their hand: but surely we will not kill thee. And they bound him with two new cords, and brought him up from the rock.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse contradicts Judges 15:13 by advising against seeking vengeance, whereas Judges 15:13 involves an act of capturing Samson, implying eventual conflict and reprisal.

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 Matthew 5:39

This verse encourages turning the other cheek rather than retaliating, which contrasts with the implied actions following Samson's capture in Judges 15:13.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Advises not to take revenge but to wait for the Lord's deliverance, contrasting with the confrontation and implied subsequent vengeance in Judges 15:13.

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

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