Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
1 Samuel 13:17 describes raiding parties spreading out to destroy, while Exodus 20:13 commands "Thou shalt not kill," highlighting the contradiction between violence and the commandment against killing.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
1 Samuel 13:17 involves actions of harm, whereas Matthew 5:44 teaches to "love your enemies" and "bless them that curse you," emphasizing compassion over aggression.
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 Isaiah 2:4
1 Samuel 13:17 depicts conflict and destruction, while Isaiah 2:4 speaks of turning swords into plowshares and not learning war anymore, promoting peace instead of war.
Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
Contradiction with Romans 12:17
The passage in 1 Samuel shows retribution through raids, contrasting with Romans 12:17, which advises, "Recompense to no man evil for evil," advocating for non-retaliation.
Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21
1 Samuel 13:17 involves taking from others by force, whereas Proverbs 25:21 suggests if your enemy is hungry, give him food, promoting kindness over conflict.
Proverbs 25:21: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink: