Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 10:27

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 10:27 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 10:27. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 1 Samuel, some people did not believe that Saul could be a good leader, and they did not give him gifts or respect him. But Saul stayed quiet and did not get upset with them.

1 Samuel 10:27: But the children of Belial said, How shall this man save us? And they despised him, and brought him no presents. But he held his peace. [held...: or, was as though he had been deaf]

Contradiction with Romans 13:1

This verse instructs to be subject to higher powers, contradicting the rejection of Saul's kingship in 1 Samuel 10:27.

Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]

Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:13-14

This verse calls for submission to kings as supreme, whereas in 1 Samuel 10:27, some did not bring Saul gifts, showing a lack of recognition of his authority.

1 Peter 2:13-14: Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;

Contradiction with Titus 3:1

This verse urges obedience to rulers, opposing the dissent shown by some against Saul in 1 Samuel 10:27.

Titus 3:1: Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work,

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:21

This verse advises fear of the king, contrasting with those who despised Saul in 1 Samuel 10:27.

Proverbs 24:21: My son, fear thou the LORD and the king: [and] meddle not with them that are given to change: [them...: Heb. changers]

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 8:2

This verse emphasizes keeping the king's commandment, in conflict with the disobedience shown towards Saul's rule in 1 Samuel 10:27.

Ecclesiastes 8:2: I [counsel thee] to keep the king's commandment, and [that] in regard of the oath of God.
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