Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Judges 16:24 describes rejoicing over an enemy's downfall, whereas this verse teaches to love enemies and bless those who curse you.
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 Proverbs 24:17
This verse advises against rejoicing when your enemy falls, contradicting the celebration of Samson's capture in Judges 16:24.
Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
Contradiction with Romans 12:14
Commands to bless and not curse persecutors, contrasting the celebration of Samson's defeat in Judges 16:24.
Romans 12:14: Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:32
Emphasizes that God takes no pleasure in the death of anyone, contradicting the celebration of Samson's presumed defeat and suffering.
Ezekiel 18:32: For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn [yourselves], and live ye. [yourselves: or, others]
Contradiction with Proverbs 17:5
States that one who rejoices at calamity will not go unpunished, contradicting the celebration of Samson's capture by the Philistines.
Proverbs 17:5: Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker: [and] he that is glad at calamities shall not be unpunished. [unpunished: Heb. held innocent]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 13:6
Love does not delight in evil, contradicting the Philistines' rejoicing over Samson's capture in Judges 16:24.
1 Corinthians 13:6: Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth; [in the truth: or, with the truth]
Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28
Instructs to love enemies, do good to those who hate you, and bless those who curse you, contradicting the celebration of triumph over Samson.
Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with Proverbs 24:18
Advises not to let the heart be glad when an enemy stumbles, lest God disapprove, contradicting the joy expressed over Samson’s downfall.
Proverbs 24:18: Lest the LORD see [it], and it displease him, and he turn away his wrath from him. [it displeaseth...: Heb. it be evil in his eyes]
Paradox #1
The verse highlights the Philistines' belief that their god, Dagon, gave them victory over Samson. This can be seen as a contradiction for monotheists who believe only the God of Israel has power. It raises questions about the power and presence of other deities in biblical narratives, which might seem inconsistent with the idea of one supreme God.
Paradox #2
The possible contradiction in Judges 16:24 could be seen in how people celebrate the downfall and suffering of another person, which might conflict with the broader biblical teachings of love, forgiveness, and compassion for all individuals. Celebrating someone's misfortune can seem inconsistent with these values.