Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 19:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 19:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 19:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Judges, the man was ready to leave, but his wife's father asked him to stay longer, so he decided to stay one more night. This shows that the father-in-law wanted to spend more time with him.

Judges 19:7: And when the man rose up to depart, his father in law urged him: therefore he lodged there again.

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:17

Unlike in Judges 19:7, Proverbs 27:17 emphasizes mutual support and improvement in relationships rather than a host attempting to delay a guest’s departure.

Proverbs 27:17: Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.

Contradiction with Genesis 19:3

Contradicting the insistence on staying in Judges 19:7, here the host also initially urges the guests to stay longer but with successful persuasion, unlike in Judges.

Genesis 19:3: And he pressed upon them greatly; and they turned in unto him, and entered into his house; and he made them a feast, and did bake unleavened bread, and they did eat.

Contradiction with Luke 9:61-62

Jesus’ teaching contrasts with Judges 19:7 by advising not to delay or look back when embarking on a journey, showcasing a push for immediacy rather than hesitation.

Luke 9:61-62: And another also said, Lord, I will follow thee; but let me first go bid them farewell, which are at home at my house.

Contradiction with Genesis 24:56

In contrast to Judges 19:7, this verse emphasizes not hindering or delaying a person when God’s mission or duty calls them to move on.

Genesis 24:56: And he said unto them, Hinder me not, seeing the LORD hath prospered my way; send me away that I may go to my master.

Contradiction with Matthew 8:21-22

Jesus’s command contradicts Judges 19:7 as He advises prioritizing spiritual calling over societal or familial obligations that may cause delays.

Matthew 8:21-22: And another of his disciples said unto him, Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father.
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