Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 9:33

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 9:33 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 9:33. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse means that early in the morning, when the sun rises, you should wake up and get ready to take action against the city. When the people come out, you should respond based on the opportunity you see.

Judges 9:33: And it shall be, [that] in the morning, as soon as the sun is up, thou shalt rise early, and set upon the city: and, behold, [when] he and the people that [is] with him come out against thee, then mayest thou do to them as thou shalt find occasion. [as thou shalt...: Heb. as thine hand shall find]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Judges 9:33 describes preparing for conflict, while Matthew 5:44 teaches to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, advocating for peace instead of warfare.

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 Exodus 20:13

Judges 9:33 involves preparation for killing, but Exodus 20:13 provides the commandment "Thou shalt not kill," opposing the act of taking life in battle.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Judges 9:33 is about planning revenge in battle, whereas Romans 12:19 advises against seeking vengeance and to leave it 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 Proverbs 25:21-22

Judges 9:33 focuses on confrontation, while Proverbs 25:21-22 suggests providing for your enemy, promoting kindness over conflict.

Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Contradiction with Psalm 34:14

Judges 9:33 involves preparing for battle, while Psalm 34:14 instructs to seek peace and pursue it, contradicting the intent for conflict.

Psalm 34:14: Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28

Judges 9:33 involves enmity and planning battle, whereas Luke 6:27-28 calls for loving your enemies and doing good to those who hate you.

Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
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