Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 20:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 20:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 20:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Samuel, this verse tells us about a secret plan between two friends, where one friend is instructed to hide by a special stone after waiting for three days, to keep safe from danger. It's like when you play hide and seek, and you have a special hiding spot where you feel safe.

1 Samuel 20:19: And [when] thou hast stayed three days, [then] thou shalt go down quickly, and come to the place where thou didst hide thyself when the business was [in hand], and shalt remain by the stone Ezel. [quickly: or, diligently: Heb. greatly] [when the...: Heb. in the day of the business] [Ezel: or, that sheweth the way]

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 20:42

This verse speaks of Jonathan and David's covenant and peace, which contrasts with the secretive and urgent tone of 1 Samuel 20:19 where David is to hide in the field due to Saul's enmity.

1 Samuel 20:42: And Jonathan said to David, Go in peace, forasmuch as we have sworn both of us in the name of the LORD, saying, The LORD be between me and thee, and between my seed and thy seed for ever. [forasmuch...: or, the LORD be witness of that which etc]

Contradiction with 2 Samuel 2:1

This verse depicts David seeking God's guidance openly, whereas 1 Samuel 20:19 involves David hiding and acting in secrecy.

2 Samuel 2:1: And it came to pass after this, that David enquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go up into any of the cities of Judah? And the LORD said unto him, Go up. And David said, Whither shall I go up? And he said, Unto Hebron.

Contradiction with 1 Chronicles 11:3

In 1 Chronicles 11:3, David is anointed king, symbolizing leadership and public acknowledgment, which contrasts with the hidden and vulnerable position of David in 1 Samuel 20:19.

1 Chronicles 11:3: Therefore came all the elders of Israel to the king to Hebron; and David made a covenant with them in Hebron before the LORD; and they anointed David king over Israel, according to the word of the LORD by Samuel. [by: Heb. by the hand of]

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:1

Proverbs states that the righteous are bold as a lion, suggesting confidence and transparency, unlike the concealed actions and fear of discovery present in 1 Samuel 20:19.

Proverbs 28:1: The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.

Contradiction with Psalm 23:5

This verse reflects God's provision and protection in the presence of enemies, while 1 Samuel 20:19 highlights David's need to hide due to the lack of security.

Psalm 23:5: Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. [anointest: Heb. makest fat]
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