Song of Solomon 2:14 Contradictions and Paradoxes

According to Solomon, this verse is like a love letter where someone really wants to see and hear their special friend because they love their friend's voice and think they are very beautiful. It's a way to show how much they care and want to be close to them.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 13:4-5

While Song of Solomon 2:14 speaks tenderly to a beloved, Corinthians emphasizes love that is patient and kind, and not self-seeking, contrasting the passionate, possessive nature of the former.

1 Corinthians 13:4-5: Charity suffereth long, [and] is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, [vaunteth...: or, is not rash]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Song of Solomon 2:14 expresses intimate love towards a beloved, whereas Matthew advocates for love towards enemies and those who persecute you.

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 Galatians 5:24

Song of Solomon 2:14 indulges in romantic affection, while Galatians calls for crucifying the flesh with its passions and desires, suggesting a restraint from such desires.

Galatians 5:24: And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. [affections: or, passions]

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:5

The private affection in Song of Solomon 2:14 contrasts with the idea in Proverbs that open rebuke is better than secret love, emphasizing transparency over privacy.

Proverbs 27:5: Open rebuke [is] better than secret love.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-21

Song of Solomon 2:14 revels in earthly love, whereas Matthew advises against storing up treasures on earth, hinting at spiritual rather than worldly attachments.

Matthew 6:19-21: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

Contradiction with 1 John 2:15-17

Song of Solomon 2:14 celebrates earthly love and beauty, but John warns against loving the world or anything in the world, elevating spiritual focus.

1 John 2:15-17: Love not the world, neither the things [that are] in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him.

Contradiction with Ephesians 4:2

Song of Solomon 2:14 highlights romantic exclusivity, but Ephesians instructs on being completely humble and gentle, bearing with one another in love, which encompasses a broader community love.

Ephesians 4:2: With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love;