Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 8:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 8:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 8:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Judges, Gideon asked Zebah and Zalmunna about the men they killed at Tabor, and they said those men looked like princes, just like Gideon. They were trying to say the men were special and important, like Gideon himself.

Judges 8:18: Then said he unto Zebah and Zalmunna, What manner of men [were they] whom ye slew at Tabor? And they answered, As thou [art], so [were] they; each one resembled the children of a king. [resembled...: Heb. according to the form, etc]

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:29

This verse advises against seeking vengeance, while Judges 8:18 involves Gideon seeking retribution for his brothers.

Proverbs 24:29: Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me: I will render to the man according to his work.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Jesus teaches to love your enemies and pray for them, contrasting Gideon's confrontation and implied hostility.

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

This verse instructs leaving vengeance to God and not taking revenge, opposing Gideon's intent to avenge his brothers.

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.

Paradox #1

This verse could be seen as conflicting because it involves actions taken during a time of war and vengeance, which might contradict broader teachings about mercy and forgiveness found in other parts of the Bible. Balancing justice and compassion can present a contradiction.

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