Contradiction with 1 Samuel 8:7
This verse indicates that the people's rejection of Samuel as a leader was equivalent to rejecting God as their king, not Samuel, contradicting the earlier rejection in 1 Samuel 10:19.
1 Samuel 8:7: And the LORD said unto Samuel, Hearken unto the voice of the people in all that they say unto thee: for they have not rejected thee, but they have rejected me, that I should not reign over them.
Contradiction with Judges 8:23
Gideon refuses kingship over Israel, declaring that the Lord will rule over them, contrasting the people’s desire for a human king in 1 Samuel 10:19.
Judges 8:23: And Gideon said unto them, I will not rule over you, neither shall my son rule over you: the LORD shall rule over you.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 17:14-15
God provides guidelines for choosing a king, recognizing a human monarchy, which seems to contrast with the negative portrayal of the request for a king in 1 Samuel 10:19.
Deuteronomy 17:14-15: When thou art come unto the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee, and shalt possess it, and shalt dwell therein, and shalt say, I will set a king over me, like as all the nations that [are] about me;
Contradiction with Hosea 13:11
God expresses regret for giving them a king in His anger, contrasting with His initial granting of a king upon their request in 1 Samuel 10:19.
Hosea 13:11: I gave thee a king in mine anger, and took [him] away in my wrath.
Paradox #1
The verse might pose a contradiction regarding the Israelites' rejection of God as their king, despite God's previous covenant and direct involvement with them. This introduces a tension between divine sovereignty and human choice, as it raises questions about why God allows the Israelites to choose a human king, potentially conflicting with the understanding of God as their ultimate ruler.
Paradox #2
1 Samuel 10:19 could be seen as conflicting with the idea that God is always willing to support Israel as their king. This verse addresses Israel's demand for a human king, rejecting God as their ruler. The contradiction arises because it might seem inconsistent with the belief that God is supposed to be Israel's eternal king, yet He allows them to have a human king despite this perceived rejection of divine rule.
Paradox #3
The contradiction in 1 Samuel 10:19 might be seen in the people's rejection of God as their king despite God having helped them in the past. They demand a human king instead, suggesting a conflict between relying on divine guidance versus choosing human leadership. This could be perceived as inconsistent with trusting in God's authority.