Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse teaches love and forgiveness for enemies, contrasting with the act of executing Agag in 1 Samuel 15:32.
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 Luke 6:27
Calls for loving your enemies, contrary to Samuel's execution of Agag.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22
Encourages feeding and giving drink to your enemy, opposing Samuel's actions toward Agag.
Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
Contradiction with Romans 12:20-21
Advises overcoming evil with good, differing from the judgment against Agag.
Romans 12:20-21: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
Commands "Thou shalt not kill," conflicting with the killing of Agag.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Paradox #1
The contradiction in 1 Samuel 15:32 could be the issue of mercy versus judgment. In the Bible, God often emphasizes mercy and forgiveness, yet in this story, there is a focus on carrying out harsh judgment. This could seem inconsistent with other teachings about mercy.