Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 1:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 1:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 1:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Hannah was praying very hard, but Eli, the priest, thought she looked like she had been drinking wine. Eli asked her to stop drinking because he didn't understand that she was really just very sad and praying to God.

1 Samuel 1:14: And Eli said unto her, How long wilt thou be drunken? put away thy wine from thee.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:7

This verse advises against vain repetitions in prayer, which could be seen as contradicting the idea in 1 Samuel 1:14 where Eli misunderstands Hannah's silent, heartfelt prayer.

Matthew 6:7: But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen [do]: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.

Contradiction with Romans 14:13

This verse advises believers not to judge one another, contradicting Eli's quick judgment of Hannah being drunk.

Romans 14:13: Let us not therefore judge one another any more: but judge this rather, that no man put a stumblingblock or an occasion to fall in [his] brother's way.

Contradiction with Proverbs 10:19

This verse suggests that refraining from words demonstrates wisdom, while Eli misjudges Hannah's silent prayers as drunkenness.

Proverbs 10:19: In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips [is] wise.

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in 1 Samuel 1:14 could be seen in the judgmental behavior of Eli, who assumes Hannah is drunk when she is praying in distress. This could highlight a conflict between judging others based on appearances versus understanding and compassion. It suggests a moral lesson about not jumping to conclusions about others' situations or behaviors without understanding their circumstances.

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