Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 20:35

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 20:35 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 20:35. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Jonathan went to the field in the morning with a young boy to meet David when they had agreed to, showing how they were good friends working together to stay safe.

1 Samuel 20:35: And it came to pass in the morning, that Jonathan went out into the field at the time appointed with David, and a little lad with him.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 20:36

This verse explains Jonathan's actions and his communication with the lad, providing supporting context rather than contradiction.

1 Samuel 20:36: And he said unto his lad, Run, find out now the arrows which I shoot. [And] as the lad ran, he shot an arrow beyond him. [beyond...: Heb. to pass over him]

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 18:1

Contradiction arises as this verse talks about the love between David and Jonathan, contrasting with any implied compromise or conflict in their relationship.

1 Samuel 18:1: And it came to pass, when he had made an end of speaking unto Saul, that the soul of Jonathan was knit with the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul.

Contradiction with Genesis 4:8

This verse depicts Cain killing Abel, contradicting the peaceful interaction seen in 1 Samuel 20:35.

Genesis 4:8: And Cain talked with Abel his brother: and it came to pass, when they were in the field, that Cain rose up against Abel his brother, and slew him.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Jesus' instruction to love your enemies contrasts with any adversarial relationship suggested in interactions in 1 Samuel 20.

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 Proverbs 27:6

This verse highlights the trustworthiness of a friend's wounds, in contrast to any deceptive undertone perceived in Jonathan’s message delivery.

Proverbs 27:6: Faithful [are] the wounds of a friend; but the kisses of an enemy [are] deceitful. [deceitful: or, earnest, or, frequent]

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

The commandment not to kill contrasts with any underlying themes of conflict or potential threat in 1 Samuel 20.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
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