Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 1:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 1:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 1:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 1 Samuel, Hannah was very sad and upset, so she prayed to God and cried a lot. Christians often understand this as showing Hannah's deep trust in God even when she felt really upset.

1 Samuel 1:10: And she [was] in bitterness of soul, and prayed unto the LORD, and wept sore. [in...: Heb. bitter of soul]

Contradiction with Matthew 7:7

This verse suggests asking and receiving, while 1 Samuel 1:10 depicts Hannah weeping and praying, not having received yet.

Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6

This verse advises not to be anxious and to present requests with thanksgiving, whereas 1 Samuel 1:10 shows Hannah in deep distress and anguish.

Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Contradiction with James 1:6

This verse emphasizes asking in faith without doubting, contrasting with Hannah's bitterness and weeping, which may suggest struggle with unwavering faith.

James 1:6: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.

Contradiction with Psalm 37:4

This verse promises that delighting in the Lord will grant desires, differing from Hannah's deep sorrow and ongoing plea for a child at that moment.

Psalm 37:4: Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.
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