Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 10:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 10:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 10:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Samuel, this verse means that some people will greet you kindly and share their bread with you as a sign of friendship. It shows God's blessing and that you will be taken care of on your journey.

1 Samuel 10:4: And they will salute thee, and give thee two [loaves] of bread; which thou shalt receive of their hands. [salute...: Heb. ask thee of peace]

Contradiction with Exodus 20:8-10

These verses command the observance of the Sabbath as a day of rest, contradicting 1 Samuel 10:4 where men are journeying and bringing gifts, which could imply work or travel forbidden on the Sabbath.

Exodus 20:8-10: Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Jesus teaches to turn the other cheek in response to evil, contrasting with the notion of offering items like bread and wine openly in 1 Samuel 10:4, which might be interpreted as a show of goodwill that contradicts the principle of not resisting evil.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 6:12

Paul states that not all things are beneficial even if permissible, which could contradict the idea in 1 Samuel 10:4 where items like bread and wine are offered freely, potentially leading to excess or indulgence.

1 Corinthians 6:12: All things are lawful unto me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any. [expedient: or, profitable]

Contradiction with Isaiah 5:22-23

These verses condemn those who are heroes at drinking wine, which could contradict the positive context of sharing wine in 1 Samuel 10:4.

Isaiah 5:22-23: Woe unto [them that are] mighty to drink wine, and men of strength to mingle strong drink:

Contradiction with Romans 14:21

Advises against doing anything that causes another to stumble, implying a possible contradiction if the offering in 1 Samuel 10:4 led someone to sin or weakness.

Romans 14:21: [It is] good neither to eat flesh, nor to drink wine, nor [any thing] whereby thy brother stumbleth, or is offended, or is made weak.
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