Contradictions and Paradoxes in Song of Solomon 4:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Song of Solomon 4:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Song of Solomon 4:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to King Solomon, he is saying that his special friend is like a beautiful, secret garden that is hidden and safe. It means she is very precious to him and is kept safe like a treasure.

Song of Solomon 4:12: A garden inclosed [is] my sister, [my] spouse; a spring shut up, a fountain sealed. [inclosed: Heb. barred] [shut up: Heb. barred]

Contradiction with Galatians 5:13

This verse encourages liberty and serving one another, whereas Song of Solomon 4:12 describes a garden enclosed, implying restriction and exclusivity.

Galatians 5:13: For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only [use] not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:34

Here, everyone is promised direct access to know the Lord, contradicting the concept of an enclosed garden which suggests limited access and understanding.

Jeremiah 31:34: And they shall teach no more every man his neighbour, and every man his brother, saying, Know the LORD: for they shall all know me, from the least of them unto the greatest of them, saith the LORD: for I will forgive their iniquity, and I will remember their sin no more.

Contradiction with Revelation 3:20

This verse speaks of opening doors and inviting in, contrasting with the concept of a sealed fountain in Song of Solomon 4:12.

Revelation 3:20: Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.

Contradiction with Matthew 28:19

The command to go and make disciples of all nations highlights openness and outreach, opposing the idea of a garden enclosed.

Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]

Contradiction with Romans 10:12-13

These verses talk about no distinction between Jew and Greek and that anyone can call upon the Lord, contradicting the exclusive imagery of an enclosed garden.

Romans 10:12-13: For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him.
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