Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 4:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 4:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 4:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Judges, this verse shows Deborah telling Barak that God has already helped them win against their enemy, so it's time for him to go and fight. She encourages Barak by reminding him that God is leading the way, so Barak trusts her and takes his many soldiers to battle.

Judges 4:14: And Deborah said unto Barak, Up; for this [is] the day in which the LORD hath delivered Sisera into thine hand: is not the LORD gone out before thee? So Barak went down from mount Tabor, and ten thousand men after him.

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

Judges 4:14 describes God commanding Barak to arise and lead an attack, whereas Exodus 14:14 says "The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace," suggesting reliance on divine intervention without taking action.

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

Contradiction with Psalm 46:10

Judges 4:14 calls for active participation in battle, in contrast to Psalm 46:10 which advises, "Be still, and know that I am God," encouraging waiting and trusting God’s timing.

Psalm 46:10: Be still, and know that I [am] God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Judges 4:14 involves going into battle, but Matthew 5:44 says, "But I say unto you, Love your enemies," promoting love over conflict.

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

Judges 4:14 advocates taking action against enemies, whereas Romans 12:19 says, "Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves," advising against personal vengeance.

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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