Contradictions and Paradoxes in Song of Solomon 5:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Song of Solomon 5:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Song of Solomon 5:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to many Christians, this verse is like a love story where a girl is dreaming and hears her special friend asking to come in, even though he is all wet from being outside in the night. It's a reminder of how important it is to listen to those we care about, even when we are tired or sleepy.

Song of Solomon 5:2: I sleep, but my heart waketh: [it is] the voice of my beloved that knocketh, [saying], Open to me, my sister, my love, my dove, my undefiled: for my head is filled with dew, [and] my locks with the drops of the night.

Contradiction with 1 John 4:18

Explains that there is no fear in love, but Song of Solomon 5:2 describes a situation of anxiety and hesitation.

1 John 4:18: There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:7

Encourages seeking and receiving, while Song of Solomon 5:2 portrays a scenario of reluctance and delay.

Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 13:4-5

Describes love as patient and kind, in contrast to the lover's impetuous behavior in Song of Solomon 5:2.

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 Revelation 3:20

Jesus stands at the door and knocks, promising to enter if opened, while in Song of Solomon 5:2 the opportunity is not seized promptly.

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 Luke 11:9

Promises finding upon seeking, whereas in Song of Solomon 5:2, the lover hesitates despite what they hear.

Luke 11:9: And I say unto you, Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in "Song of Solomon 5:2" could arise from interpreting the text as both a literal romantic interaction and a metaphor for spiritual devotion. This might cause tension between viewing relationships as human love versus divine love, leading to confusion about the correct context or priority.

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