Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 16:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 16:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 16:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Jesse sent David with a donkey carrying bread, wine, and a young goat as gifts for Saul. This shows Jesse's kindness and respect for Saul, the king.

1 Samuel 16:20: And Jesse took an ass [laden] with bread, and a bottle of wine, and a kid, and sent [them] by David his son unto Saul.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19

1 Samuel 16:20 describes Jesse sending gifts to Saul, while Matthew 6:19 advises against accumulating earthly treasures.

Matthew 6:19: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

1 Samuel 16:20 includes sending a donkey, representing wealth, in context of serving Saul, while Matthew 5:39 instructs to turn the other cheek, emphasizing humility and nonviolence rather than wealth or service to a king.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with James 2:1

1 Samuel 16:20 involves differentiating treatment or favoritism toward the king, whereas James 2:1 prohibits favoritism, urging impartiality.

James 2:1: My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, [the Lord] of glory, with respect of persons.
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