Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 14:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 14:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 14:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Samuel, King Saul wanted to know who was missing from his group, so he asked his people to count everyone. They found out that Jonathan and his helper had left without telling anyone.

1 Samuel 14:17: Then said Saul unto the people that [were] with him, Number now, and see who is gone from us. And when they had numbered, behold, Jonathan and his armourbearer [were] not [there].

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Trust in the Lord rather than relying solely on human understanding or actions, whereas 1 Samuel 14:17 involves human initiative in resolving confusion.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 20:17

Encourages standing still and seeing God's deliverance, in contrast to the active pursuit of the enemy seen in 1 Samuel 14:17.

2 Chronicles 20:17: Ye shall not [need] to fight in this [battle]: set yourselves, stand ye [still], and see the salvation of the LORD with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: fear not, nor be dismayed; to morrow go out against them: for the LORD [will be] with you.

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31

Emphasizes waiting upon the Lord for renewed strength as opposed to the immediate action taken by Saul's people.

Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint. [renew: Heb. change]

Contradiction with Matthew 26:52

Warns against those who take up the sword, potentially contradicting the call for arms in 1 Samuel 14:17.

Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?

Contradiction with Psalm 46:10

Advises being still and recognizing God's sovereignty, contrasting the proactive approach taken by Saul’s troops.

Psalm 46:10: Be still, and know that I [am] God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

States that the Lord will fight for you, implying one should not act hastily, unlike the pursuit initiated in 1 Samuel 14:17.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.
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