Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 20:43

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 20:43 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 20:43. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Judges, the Israelites surrounded the Benjamites, chased them, and defeated them easily. The battle happened near a place called Gibeah as the sun was coming up.

Judges 20:43: [Thus] they inclosed the Benjamites round about, [and] chased them, [and] trode them down with ease over against Gibeah toward the sunrising. [with ease...: or, from Menuchah, etc] [over...: Heb. unto over against]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Contradicts by teaching to love and bless enemies, whereas Judges 20:43 describes pursuing and smiting foes.

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

Contradicts by advising against taking vengeance, while Judges 20:43 involves avenging oneself on adversaries.

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 Exodus 20:13

Contradicts with the commandment "Thou shalt not kill," conflicting with the destruction depicted in Judges 20:43.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22

Contrasts by encouraging feeding and giving drink to enemies instead of attacking them.

Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28

Contradicts by instructing to do good to those who hate you, unlike the actions in Judges 20:43.

Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in Judges 20:43 could be the depiction of violence and killing that may conflict with values of compassion and peace. While some parts of the Bible emphasize love and forgiveness, this verse highlights an instance of battle and destruction, which may seem inconsistent with those teachings.

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