Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 9:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 9:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 9:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Judges, this verse tells us about a bad man named Abimelech, who tricked people and became king by hurting many others. It shows how God's way is not to hurt others or do bad things to get what we want.

Judges 9:18: And ye are risen up against my father's house this day, and have slain his sons, threescore and ten persons, upon one stone, and have made Abimelech, the son of his maidservant, king over the men of Shechem, because he [is] your brother;)

Contradiction with Exodus 20:12

This verse contradicts Judges 9:18 by emphasizing the importance of honoring one's father, while Abimelech's actions in Judges 9:18 show a clear dishonor and betrayal towards his family.

Exodus 20:12: Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse calls for loving your enemies, whereas Judges 9:18 describes an act of treachery and violence towards one's own family.

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 Proverbs 14:30

This verse highlights the destructive nature of envy and passion, in contrast to the treacherous actions taken by Abimelech, driven by ambition and desire for power.

Proverbs 14:30: A sound heart [is] the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises against taking vengeance, which stands opposite to the violent actions and betrayal described in Judges 9:18.

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 Ephesians 6:2-3

These verses emphasize the importance of honoring one's parents with the promise of well-being and longevity, which contradicts Abimelech's act of killing his brothers—a severe dishonor to his father's legacy in Judges 9:18.

Ephesians 6:2-3: Honour thy father and mother; (which is the first commandment with promise;)

Paradox #1

The contradiction in this context could be about the tension between familial loyalty and betrayal. Abimelech, born to a concubine, turns against his own family to seize power, highlighting a conflict between blood ties and personal ambition. This action contradicts the value of honoring one's family, presenting a moral inconsistency.

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