Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 3:30

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 3:30 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 3:30. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Judges, this verse means that the people of Israel won against the Moabites and lived in peace for 80 years. This shows how the Israelites felt safe and happy because they trusted in God's help.

Judges 3:30: So Moab was subdued that day under the hand of Israel. And the land had rest fourscore years.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Contradicts the notion of conquest and violence by advocating for love and prayer for enemies.

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 the idea of seeking vengeance through overthrow by urging believers to leave vengeance to God.

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 the military victory by emphasizing "Thou shalt not kill," promoting a commandment against taking life.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Isaiah 2:4

Contradicts the theme of war and victory by envisioning a future where nations will not learn war anymore.

Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

Contradicts the act of conflict by suggesting that a soft answer turns away wrath, promoting peace over strife.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
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