Contradictions and Paradoxes in Song of Solomon 4:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Song of Solomon 4:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Song of Solomon 4:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Christian interpretations, this verse is seen as a loving invitation where the author, often thought to be Solomon, invites his spouse to join him and feel safe and cherished. It's like when someone you love asks you to come and share a special adventure, promising to protect and be with you always.

Song of Solomon 4:8: Come with me from Lebanon, [my] spouse, with me from Lebanon: look from the top of Amana, from the top of Shenir and Hermon, from the lions' dens, from the mountains of the leopards.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:5

Song of Solomon 4:8 speaks of climbing mountains, representing union and pursuit, while Matthew 19:5 emphasizes leaving and cleaving to unite, not pursuing or climbing elsewhere.

Matthew 19:5: And said, For this cause shall a man leave father and mother, and shall cleave to his wife: and they twain shall be one flesh?

Contradiction with Isaiah 35:8

Song of Solomon 4:8 speaks of a specific path on the mountains, whereas Isaiah 35:8 emphasizes a general highway of holiness, different from a singular journey.

Isaiah 35:8: And an highway shall be there, and a way, and it shall be called The way of holiness; the unclean shall not pass over it; but it [shall be] for those: the wayfaring men, though fools, shall not err [therein]. [but...: or, for he shall be with them]

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:9

Song of Solomon 4:8 talks about the adventurous call to specific locations, whereas Hebrews 13:9 warns against diverse doctrines and being carried about with different ideas.

Hebrews 13:9: Be not carried about with divers and strange doctrines. For [it is] a good thing that the heart be established with grace; not with meats, which have not profited them that have been occupied therein.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:11

While Song of Solomon 4:8 invites movement to various places, Philippians 4:11 teaches contentment with one's current state, contradicting the invitation to move.

Philippians 4:11: Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, [therewith] to be content.

Contradiction with Proverbs 4:25-27

Song of Solomon 4:8 encourages looking and moving towards specific mountains, whereas Proverbs 4:25-27 advises keeping your gaze straight and avoiding distraction.

Proverbs 4:25-27: Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee.
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