Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 20:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 20:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 20:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Jonathan promised his friend David that if he ever found out his father wanted to harm David, he would warn him. Jonathan was a good friend who wanted to protect David.

1 Samuel 20:9: And Jonathan said, Far be it from thee: for if I knew certainly that evil were determined by my father to come upon thee, then would not I tell it thee?

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs to love enemies, whereas 1 Samuel 20:9 involves a potential harm to David, conflicting with the act of loving enemies.

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 Exodus 20:16

Advises not to bear false witness, contrasting the deception in 1 Samuel 20:9, where Jonathan is willing to deceive Saul for David’s safety.

Exodus 20:16: Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.

Contradiction with Romans 13:1-2

Teaches submission to authorities, but 1 Samuel 20:9 shows Jonathan ready to defy his father, the king.

Romans 13:1-2: 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]
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