Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 14:39

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 14:39 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 14:39. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Samuel, King Saul was very serious about keeping a promise to God, even if it meant his own son, Jonathan, would be in trouble. But nobody around him said anything because they were scared or didn't want Jonathan to get into trouble.

1 Samuel 14:39: For, [as] the LORD liveth, which saveth Israel, though it be in Jonathan my son, he shall surely die. But [there was] not a man among all the people [that] answered him.

Contradiction with Genesis 18:25

It asserts God's justice and mercy which contrasts with a decree of death.

Genesis 18:25: That be far from thee to do after this manner, to slay the righteous with the wicked: and that the righteous should be as the wicked, that be far from thee: Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right?

Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:32

Emphasizes God's preference for repentance over death.

Ezekiel 18:32: For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn [yourselves], and live ye. [yourselves: or, others]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:7

Highlights mercy, contrasting with the issuance of a death sentence.

Matthew 5:7: Blessed [are] the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.

Contradiction with James 2:13

Speaks of mercy triumphing over judgment, conflicting with a harsh decree.

James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]

Contradiction with John 8:7

Encourages self-reflection and forgiveness, opposing swift punishment.

John 8:7: So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.

Paradox #1

The potential conflict with this verse arises from the idea of justice versus fairness. The verse suggests a severe punishment for wrongdoing without exception, which may seem harsh or unfair if the wrongdoer acted unintentionally or was unaware. It raises questions about whether strict justice is always right or if mercy should be considered.

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