Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 10:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 10:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 10:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Samuel, Saul told his uncle that the lost donkeys were found, but he didn't tell him about being chosen to be king. This shows that Saul was keeping some important news a secret.

1 Samuel 10:16: And Saul said unto his uncle, He told us plainly that the asses were found. But of the matter of the kingdom, whereof Samuel spake, he told him not.

Contradiction with Proverbs 12:22

This verse highlights the value of truth, contrasting with Saul's omission of information in 1 Samuel 10:16.

Proverbs 12:22: Lying lips [are] abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly [are] his delight.

Contradiction with Ephesians 4:25

This verse encourages speaking the truth to one another, contradicting Saul's omission of his anointing as king.

Ephesians 4:25: Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:37

This verse advocates for straightforward honesty, in contrast to Saul withholding information from his uncle.

Matthew 5:37: But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.

Contradiction with Colossians 3:9

This verse instructs against lying, highlighting the contradiction in Saul not fully disclosing his encounter with Samuel.

Colossians 3:9: Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds;

Contradiction with Luke 12:2

This verse suggests that nothing hidden will remain concealed, contradicting Saul's choice to suppress the news of his kingship.

Luke 12:2: For there is nothing covered, that shall not be revealed; neither hid, that shall not be known.
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