Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 17:25

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 17:25 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 17:25. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse shows that the soldiers were talking about a big and scary giant who wanted to fight them. They said that whoever could beat the giant would get lots of treasures, marry the king's daughter, and their family would not have to pay any special taxes.

1 Samuel 17:25: And the men of Israel said, Have ye seen this man that is come up? surely to defy Israel is he come up: and it shall be, [that] the man who killeth him, the king will enrich him with great riches, and will give him his daughter, and make his father's house free in Israel.

Contradiction with Judges 1:19

This verse mentions God aiding Judah in battle, suggesting divine intervention, whereas 1 Samuel 17:25 emphasizes a reward for the man who defeats Goliath.

Judges 1:19: And the LORD was with Judah; and he drave out [the inhabitants of] the mountain; but could not drive out the inhabitants of the valley, because they had chariots of iron. [drave...: or, possessed the mountain]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Jesus teaches to turn the other cheek rather than confronting aggressors, contrasting with the act of defeating Goliath for a reward mentioned in 1 Samuel 17:25.

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 Proverbs 3:5

Encourages trust in the Lord rather than relying on one's own understanding or rewards, conflicting with the reward-based motivation in 1 Samuel 17:25.

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

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Advises against seeking personal vengeance, putting reliance on God for justice, which contrasts with seeking to defeat Goliath for personal gain as per 1 Samuel 17:25.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20

Advises storing treasures in heaven rather than earthly rewards, which contradicts the earthly reward mentioned in 1 Samuel 17:25 for defeating Goliath.

Matthew 6:19-20: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

Paradox #1

One possible contradiction is related to the rewards offered by King Saul for defeating Goliath. Some readers point out inconsistencies between this verse and other parts of the text about what Saul promised and how he reacted later. Additionally, variations in the details about David's introduction to Saul's service create some confusion in the sequence of events.

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