Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 15:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 15:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 15:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Judges, Samson was very strong and defeated a lot of his enemies. Then, he went to stay in a safe place on top of a big rock called Etam.

Judges 15:8: And he smote them hip and thigh with a great slaughter: and he went down and dwelt in the top of the rock Etam.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse contradicts Judges 15:8 as it teaches to "turn the other cheek" instead of retaliating, opposing Samson's act of vengeance.

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 Romans 12:17

This verse advises against repaying evil for evil, contrasting with the retaliation seen in Judges 15:8.

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

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Encourages not to seek revenge and to wait for the Lord's deliverance, unlike the immediate violent retribution in Judges 15:8.

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

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

It instructs not to repay evil for evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, opposing Samson's violent response in Judges 15:8.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.

Contradiction with Leviticus 19:18

Commands not to seek revenge or bear a grudge, which contrasts with the revenge enacted in Judges 15:8.

Leviticus 19:18: Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I [am] the LORD.

Paradox #1

This verse involves violence and revenge, which can be seen as conflicting with Christian teachings about forgiveness, love, and turning the other cheek. While some parts of the Bible focus on peace and understanding, this story highlights a cycle of retaliation, creating a moral tension.

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