Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 14:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 14:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 14:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Samuel, Jonathan, who was the son of King Saul, decided to sneak away with his helper to visit the enemy soldiers called the Philistines. He didn't tell his dad, the king, about his plan.

1 Samuel 14:1: Now it came to pass upon a day, that Jonathan the son of Saul said unto the young man that bare his armour, Come, and let us go over to the Philistines' garrison, that [is] on the other side. But he told not his father. [it came...: or, there was a day]

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 13:13-14

Samuel tells Saul that his kingdom will not continue because he did not keep God's command, implying Jonathan's action was not in accordance with divine approval.

1 Samuel 13:13-14: And Samuel said to Saul, Thou hast done foolishly: thou hast not kept the commandment of the LORD thy God, which he commanded thee: for now would the LORD have established thy kingdom upon Israel for ever.

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:2

Emphasizes the importance of knowledge before acting, whereas Jonathan decides to act without informing his father, Saul.

Proverbs 19:2: Also, [that] the soul [be] without knowledge, [it is] not good; and he that hasteth with [his] feet sinneth.

Contradiction with Romans 13:2

Indicates resistance to the authority ordained by God brings judgment, yet Jonathan acts without his father's knowledge and thereby bypassing his authority.

Romans 13:2: Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation.

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:17

Urges obedience to leaders, while Jonathan acts independently of Saul's command or knowledge.

Hebrews 13:17: Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that [is] unprofitable for you. [have...: or, guide]
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