Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 11:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 11:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 11:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Samuel, Nahash was a mean leader who wanted to hurt the people by taking away their right eyes. This would make everyone sad and embarrassed, showing how powerful Nahash was.

1 Samuel 11:2: And Nahash the Ammonite answered them, On this [condition] will I make [a covenant] with you, that I may thrust out all your right eyes, and lay it [for] a reproach upon all Israel.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse contradicts the call for violence in 1 Samuel 11:2 by suggesting non-resistance to evil and turning the other cheek instead of retaliating or agreeing to harm.

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 Romans 12:19

This verse contradicts the notion of vengeance or harm, encouraging believers to leave revenge to God rather than subject or accede to harmful demands.

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 contradicts the idea of seeking or agreeing to violent retribution seen in 1 Samuel 11:2 by advising against revenge, advocating for trust in the Lord to save.

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

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15

This verse contradicts the proposed harm by implying that one should not repay evil for evil but always seek to do good to each other and everyone else.

1 Thessalonians 5:15: See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].

Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28

This directive contradicts the idea of submitting to violent demands, as it advises loving enemies and doing good to those who hate you, different from the coercive setting in 1 Samuel 11:2.

Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Paradox #1

The contradiction in that verse could be the harsh and violent demand made by Nahash, which conflicts with the values of mercy and fairness. It shows a lack of compassion and the imposition of suffering, which can be seen as inconsistent with more peaceful teachings found elsewhere.

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