Contradiction with Deuteronomy 17:14
This verse supports the idea of appointing a king, which contrasts with 1 Samuel 12:12 where the desire for a king is portrayed negatively.
Deuteronomy 17:14: When thou art come unto the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee, and shalt possess it, and shalt dwell therein, and shalt say, I will set a king over me, like as all the nations that [are] about me;
Contradiction with Hosea 13:10-11
These verses indicate God's disapproval and anger over Israel asking for a king, aligning with the displeasure shown in 1 Samuel 12:12, but reflecting a stronger condemnation.
Hosea 13:10-11: I will be thy king: where [is any other] that may save thee in all thy cities? and thy judges of whom thou saidst, Give me a king and princes? [I will...: rather, Where is thy king?]
Contradiction with Judges 8:23
Gideon's refusal to rule over Israel contradicts the people's request for a king in 1 Samuel 12:12, showing that leadership through divine rule was possible without a monarch.
Judges 8:23: And Gideon said unto them, I will not rule over you, neither shall my son rule over you: the LORD shall rule over you.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 8:7
This verse directly echoes the rejection of God's leadership in favor of a human king, showing a similar sentiment of contradiction to God's rule as expressed in 1 Samuel 12:12.
1 Samuel 8:7: And the LORD said unto Samuel, Hearken unto the voice of the people in all that they say unto thee: for they have not rejected thee, but they have rejected me, that I should not reign over them.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 10:19
The contradiction lies in the people's rejection of God as their king, which aligns with the reasoning behind the request for a human king in 1 Samuel 12:12 but highlights their disobedience.
1 Samuel 10:19: And ye have this day rejected your God, who himself saved you out of all your adversities and your tribulations; and ye have said unto him, [Nay], but set a king over us. Now therefore present yourselves before the LORD by your tribes, and by your thousands.
Contradiction with Psalm 118:8-9
These verses emphasize trust in the Lord rather than in human leaders, contradicting the people's desire for a king in 1 Samuel 12:12.
Psalm 118:8-9: [It is] better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.
Contradiction with Proverbs 28:2
Implying issues with multiple rulers, this verse contradicts the idea that having a king would solve Israel’s problems, as implied in their request in 1 Samuel 12:12.
Proverbs 28:2: For the transgression of a land many [are] the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding [and] knowledge the state [thereof] shall be prolonged. [by...: or, by men of understanding and wisdom shall they likewise be prolonged]
Contradiction with Isaiah 33:22
Declares the Lord as the ultimate judge, lawgiver, and king, contradicting Israel's request for an earthly king in 1 Samuel 12:12 as unnecessary.
Isaiah 33:22: For the LORD [is] our judge, the LORD [is] our lawgiver, the LORD [is] our king; he will save us. [lawgiver: Heb. statutemaker]