Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 20:30

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 20:30 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 20:30. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Judges, the people of Israel tried to fight the people of Benjamin again, just like they did before. They got ready and set up their army to battle near the city of Gibeah.

Judges 20:30: And the children of Israel went up against the children of Benjamin on the third day, and put themselves in array against Gibeah, as at other times.

Contradiction with Proverbs 21:31

This verse suggests that safety is of the Lord, whereas Judges 20:30 highlights the preparation for battle by the Israelites, implying reliance on military strategy.

Proverbs 21:31: The horse [is] prepared against the day of battle: but safety [is] of the LORD. [safety: or, victory]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Jesus commands to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, contradicting the Israelites' engagement in warfare against the Benjamites in Judges 20:30.

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 Exodus 14:14

This verse emphasizes that the Lord will fight for you and you shall hold your peace, contrasting with the active combat role taken by the Israelites in Judges 20:30.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises against seeking vengeance and instead leaving room for God's wrath, which is contrary to the retaliatory battle depicted in Judges 20:30.

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 1 John 4:8

Describes God as love, which stands in stark contrast to the conflict and violence seen in Judges 20:30.

1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
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