Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 16:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 16:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 16:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Judges, Samson is asking God to make him strong one last time so he can defeat his enemies, the Philistines, because they hurt him. It's like when someone asks for help to stand up to a bully.

Judges 16:28: And Samson called unto the LORD, and said, O Lord GOD, remember me, I pray thee, and strengthen me, I pray thee, only this once, O God, that I may be at once avenged of the Philistines for my two eyes.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, contradicting Samson's plea to avenge himself on the Philistines in Judges 16:28.

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 against seeking personal vengeance and leaving it to God's wrath, which contrasts with Samson's request for revenge.

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 Proverbs 20:22

This verse tells not to say "I will repay evil," but to wait for the Lord's deliverance, opposing Samson's desire to avenge himself.

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

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15

This verse urges not to repay evil for evil, conflicting with Samson's wish for retribution.

1 Thessalonians 5:15: See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

This verse advises against repaying evil for evil or insult for insult, contrasting with Samson's prayer for vengeance.

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.

Paradox #1

Samson asks God for strength to take revenge, which might seem to go against teachings of forgiveness and not seeking personal vengeance found elsewhere in the Bible.

Paradox #2

Samson asks for strength to take revenge, which can be seen as conflicting with moral teachings about forgiveness and not seeking vengeance.

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