Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 17:27

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 17:27 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 17:27. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the writer of the book, the people explained what rewards would be given to the person who defeated the giant. They were telling David about the gifts and honors the king promised for the hero.

1 Samuel 17:27: And the people answered him after this manner, saying, So shall it be done to the man that killeth him.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While 1 Samuel 17:27 discusses the reward for slaying Goliath, Matthew 5:44 teaches to love enemies and do good to those who hate you.

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 12:19

In 1 Samuel 17:27, there is an expectation of a reward for the slayer of Goliath, yet Romans 12:19 urges leaving vengeance to God rather than seeking personal triumph or revenge.

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 Proverbs 25:21-22

1 Samuel 17:27 is about defeating an enemy with violence, whereas Proverbs 25:21-22 encourages feeding and giving drink to your enemy, suggesting kindness over combat.

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 Luke 6:35

1 Samuel 17:27 discusses material reward for defeating an enemy, while Luke 6:35 encourages love for enemies without expectation of reward, focusing on heavenly reward instead.

Luke 6:35: But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and [to] the evil.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

While 1 Samuel 17:27 implies killing for reward, Exodus 20:13 commands "Thou shalt not kill," promoting the preservation of life instead.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
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