Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 18:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 18:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 18:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Samuel, Jonathan, who was a prince and Saul's son, really liked David and wanted to show David that he was his best friend. So, he gave David special gifts like his robe and weapons, which meant he cared for him a lot and wanted to help him.

1 Samuel 18:4: And Jonathan stripped himself of the robe that [was] upon him, and gave it to David, and his garments, even to his sword, and to his bow, and to his girdle.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:40

Contradicts as it advises to give more rather than receiving, opposing the gift-giving in 1 Samuel 18:4.

Matthew 5:40: And if any man will sue thee at the law, and take away thy coat, let him have [thy] cloke also.

Contradiction with Acts 20:35

Asserts that it is more blessed to give than to receive, contrary to the receiving role of David in 1 Samuel 18:4.

Acts 20:35: I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:17

Suggests lending to the Lord through giving to the poor, contrasting the act of receiving as seen in 1 Samuel 18:4.

Proverbs 19:17: He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again. [that which...: or, his deed]

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