Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 13:4
This verse speaks about love not envying, contradicting Saul's envy and displeasure towards David's achievements.
1 Corinthians 13:4: Charity suffereth long, [and] is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, [vaunteth...: or, is not rash]
Contradiction with Exodus 20:17
This verse commands not to covet, contradicting Saul's covetous feelings over David's praise.
Exodus 20:17: Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that [is] thy neighbour's.
Contradiction with Proverbs 14:30
This verse states that envy rots the bones, contradicting Saul's reaction which is driven by envy.
Proverbs 14:30: A sound heart [is] the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones.
Contradiction with Galatians 5:26
This verse instructs not to be desirous of vain glory, contradicting Saul's jealousy over David's glory.
Galatians 5:26: Let us not be desirous of vain glory, provoking one another, envying one another.
Contradiction with James 3:16
This verse explains how envy leads to disorder and evil works, contradicting Saul's envious intention towards David.
James 3:16: For where envying and strife [is], there [is] confusion and every evil work. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency related to this verse could be about the differing accounts of Saul's relationship with David. In some parts of 1 Samuel, Saul appears to be supportive of David, while in other parts, he is depicted as being very jealous and hostile. This can create confusion about the nature and consistency of their relationship throughout the narratives.
Paradox #2
Saul's jealousy and anger might seem inconsistent with the value of love and humility that are often taught in the Bible. Feeling envious of someone else's success can conflict with the teachings about being content and supportive of others.