Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 1:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 1:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 1:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Judges, Othniel was brave and did something important, so Caleb gave him his daughter, Achsah, to be his wife. It's like a reward for being very brave.

Judges 1:13: And Othniel the son of Kenaz, Caleb's younger brother, took it: and he gave him Achsah his daughter to wife.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

This verse emphasizes the Lord looking at the heart rather than outward appearances, which contradicts the reward based on physical conquest present in Judges 1:13.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Encourages love towards enemies, contradicting the violent conquest rewarded in Judges 1:13.

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 Luke 6:27

Advocates for kindness to those who hate you, opposing the spirit of conquest and reward for such acts in Judges 1:13.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Advises leaving vengeance to God, in contrast to the personal retribution and reward depicted in Judges 1:13.

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.
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