Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 20:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 20:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 20:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse shows that Jonathan cared about David and noticed when he was not there. It also explains a special dinner happens during the new moon, and David's seat will be empty because he will not be there.

1 Samuel 20:18: Then Jonathan said to David, To morrow [is] the new moon: and thou shalt be missed, because thy seat will be empty. [empty: Heb. missed]

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 13:14

This verse notes that the Lord sought a man after His own heart (David) to lead, contrasting with 1 Samuel 20:18 where David is absent from the new moon feast.

1 Samuel 13:14: But now thy kingdom shall not continue: the LORD hath sought him a man after his own heart, and the LORD hath commanded him [to be] captain over his people, because thou hast not kept [that] which the LORD commanded thee.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Advises trusting in the Lord with all one's heart, which conflicts with the secretive plan in 1 Samuel 20:18.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Instructs to love enemies, contrary to 1 Samuel 20:18 where evasion from Saul denotes lack of reconciliation.

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 13:1

Calls for submission to governing authorities, contradicting the evasion from King Saul's court in 1 Samuel 20:18.

Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:17

Encourages obedience to leaders, diverging from Jonathan and David's plan to avoid King Saul in 1 Samuel 20:18.

Hebrews 13:17: Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that [is] unprofitable for you. [have...: or, guide]
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