Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 11:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 11:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 11:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, the people were asking Samuel to bring out those who doubted Saul could be king so that they could punish them. They were upset because someone didn't believe Saul should be their leader.

1 Samuel 11:12: And the people said unto Samuel, Who [is] he that said, Shall Saul reign over us? bring the men, that we may put them to death.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs to love your enemies, which contradicts the desire to kill adversaries as seen in 1 Samuel 11:12.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises against seeking revenge, conflicting with the call for retribution in 1 Samuel 11:12.

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 Proverbs 20:22

This verse advises to wait for the Lord for deliverance rather than seeking personal vengeance, thus contradicting 1 Samuel 11:12.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

This verse advocates for doing good to those who hate you, opposing the sentiment to kill in 1 Samuel 11:12.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
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