Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 14:42

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 14:42 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 14:42. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this story shows that King Saul wanted to find out who did something wrong, so he used a way called casting lots, like drawing straws. The lot showed that it was his son Jonathan who was chosen.

1 Samuel 14:42: And Saul said, Cast [lots] between me and Jonathan my son. And Jonathan was taken.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:33

This verse states that "The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the Lord," suggesting divine control over the outcome, while 1 Samuel 14:42 implies a more human determination.

Proverbs 16:33: The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof [is] of the LORD.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20

This verse declares "The soul that sinneth, it shall die," emphasizing personal accountability, whereas 1 Samuel 14:42 attributes the result to casting lots which implicates others.

Ezekiel 18:20: The soul that sinneth, it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him.

Contradiction with James 1:13

This verse asserts "God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man," implying God does not lead people to blame others, contrasting with the implication in 1 Samuel 14:42 where the lot identifies a transgressor.

James 1:13: Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: [evil: or, evils]
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