Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 14:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 14:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 14:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Samuel, if the enemy tells them to wait until they come over, then they should stay where they are and not go up to them. This was a sign for them to know what to do next.

1 Samuel 14:9: If they say thus unto us, Tarry until we come to you; then we will stand still in our place, and will not go up unto them. [Tarry: Heb. Be still]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

1 Samuel 14:9 suggests an inclination towards violence, while Matthew 5:44 encourages loving enemies and praying for those who persecute you, promoting peace and non-violence.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:17

Romans 12:17 advises against repaying evil for evil, which contrasts with the implication of seeking confrontation in 1 Samuel 14:9.

Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

1 Samuel 14:9 involves an aggressive tactic, whereas Proverbs 20:22 advises waiting for the Lord for deliverance, not taking matters into one's own hands.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Contradiction with James 1:20

James 1:20 says the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God, suggesting patience and peace over the combative approach inferred in 1 Samuel 14:9.

James 1:20: For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

1 Peter 3:9 advises blessing instead of retaliating, contrasting with the provocation implied in 1 Samuel 14:9.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
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