Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 14:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 14:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 14:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Samuel, the armor bearer tells his friend Jonathan that he will support him no matter what he decides to do. This shows the importance of being a loyal friend and helping each other.

1 Samuel 14:7: And his armourbearer said unto him, Do all that [is] in thine heart: turn thee; behold, I [am] with thee according to thy heart.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9

This verse indicates that a person's heart may devise plans, but the Lord ultimately directs their steps, contrasting with the notion of complete commitment to another person's desires as expressed in 1 Samuel 14:7.

Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

This verse advises trusting in the Lord with all one's heart and not relying solely on one's own understanding, which contrasts with the unquestioning support for Jonathan's plan in 1 Samuel 14:7.

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

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5

This verse cautions against placing trust in human strength or leadership, which contradicts the servant’s unconditional support for Jonathan in 1 Samuel 14:7.

Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.

Paradox #1

The verse suggests a conflict between strict obedience to human leadership and individual moral judgment. It implies unwavering support for a leader, potentially leading to actions that may not align with personal ethics or divine will. This can cause tension between following orders and doing what one believes is morally right.

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