Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 11:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 11:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 11:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Samuel, this story shows that some people in a place called Jabeshgilead were scared because a mean king named Nahash wanted to fight them. They asked Nahash to make a deal so they could live peacefully and serve him.

1 Samuel 11:1: Then Nahash the Ammonite came up, and encamped against Jabeshgilead: and all the men of Jabesh said unto Nahash, Make a covenant with us, and we will serve thee.

Contradiction with 2 Samuel 8:2

This verse describes David defeating the Moabites, while 1 Samuel 11:1 describes the Israelites under threat from the Ammonites, highlighting a reversal of roles as conquerors and the conquered.

2 Samuel 8:2: And he smote Moab, and measured them with a line, casting them down to the ground; even with two lines measured he to put to death, and with one full line to keep alive. And [so] the Moabites became David's servants, [and] brought gifts.

Contradiction with Numbers 25:17-18

God commands Israel to vex the Midianites because of their deception and interference, which contrasts with 1 Samuel 11:1 where no such directive from God is mentioned against the Ammonites.

Numbers 25:17-18: Vex the Midianites, and smite them:

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Advises against taking revenge and leaving it to God’s wrath, which contrasts with the Israelites' desire to fight back against Nahash in 1 Samuel 11:1.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Encourages turning the other cheek when attacked, which is contrary to the Israelites' initial response of preparing for battle against Nahash.

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.
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