Contradictions and Paradoxes in Judges 9:38

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Judges 9:38 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Judges 9:38. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to traditional Christian understanding, Zebul is challenging someone who previously mocked Abimelech and asking them why they were not brave enough to fight now. It's like when someone dares another person to prove what they said by showing courage.

Judges 9:38: Then said Zebul unto him, Where [is] now thy mouth, wherewith thou saidst, Who [is] Abimelech, that we should serve him? [is] not this the people that thou hast despised? go out, I pray now, and fight with them.

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:28

Judges 9:38 mocks silence with accusation, while Proverbs 17:28 praises it, suggesting wisdom in holding peace.

Proverbs 17:28: Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: [and] he that shutteth his lips [is esteemed] a man of understanding.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Judges 9:38 involves an act of challenge and enmity, whereas Matthew 5:44 instructs to love and do good to 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 James 1:19

Judges 9:38 shows a quickness to confront, which contrasts with James 1:19's advice to be slow to speak and anger.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

Judges 9:38 involves a provoking command, while Proverbs 15:1 suggests a gentle response turns away wrath.

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

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Judges 9:38 involves confrontation, contrary to Romans 12:18's encouragement to live peaceably with everyone.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
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