Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 20:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 20:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 20:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Judges, the verse is asking for help or ideas from the people of Israel to solve a big problem. It's like when you ask your family or friends for advice when you’re not sure what to do.

Judges 20:7: Behold, ye [are] all children of Israel; give here your advice and counsel.

Contradiction with Numbers 14:9

Judges 20:7 discusses collective decision-making, while Numbers 14:9 emphasizes trusting in the Lord rather than fearing people or situations.

Numbers 14:9: Only rebel not ye against the LORD, neither fear ye the people of the land; for they [are] bread for us: their defence is departed from them, and the LORD [is] with us: fear them not. [defence: Heb. shadow]

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6

Judges 20:7 involves seeking human judgment, whereas Proverbs 3:5-6 advises trusting in the Lord's guidance over human understanding.

Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9

Judges 20:7 reflects human deliberation, but Isaiah 55:8-9 highlights that God's thoughts and ways are superior to human thoughts and ways.

Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While Judges 20:7 is about responding to wrongdoing, Matthew 5:44 calls for loving and praying for enemies, presenting a different perspective on handling conflicts.

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

In contrast to the collective judgment sought in Judges 20:7, Romans 12:19 advises leaving vengeance to God rather than seeking personal or communal retribution.

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 James 1:5

Judges 20:7 deals with human decision-making, while James 1:5 encourages seeking divine wisdom rather than relying solely on human counsel.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
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