Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 16:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 16:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 16:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Judges, Samson was very strong and could easily break free when the Philistines tried to catch him. Even though the bad guys were hiding and ready to trap him, Samson's secret strength helped him escape.

Judges 16:9: Now [there were] men lying in wait, abiding with her in the chamber. And she said unto him, The Philistines [be] upon thee, Samson. And he brake the withs, as a thread of tow is broken when it toucheth the fire. So his strength was not known. [toucheth: Heb. smelleth]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse advocates non-resistance to evil or those who might harm you, while Judges 16:9 depicts an attempt to capture and harm Samson.

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 with evil, contrasting with the Philistines' intent in Judges 16:9.

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

Contradiction with Matthew 26:52

This verse warns against using violence, whereas Judges 16:9 involves an attempt to capture and harm Samson using deceit and force.

Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

This verse encourages waiting for the Lord to deliver justice, contrary to the immediate violent intentions in Judges 16:9.

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 advises seeking what is good for everyone instead of harm, contrasting with the Philistines' hostile intent in Judges 16:9.

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].

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in the story involving Judges 16:9 could be interpreted as the tension between trust and betrayal. Samson trusted Delilah, but she was not honest with him, trying to capture him after pretending to care for him. This raises questions about loyalty and deception in relationships.

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