Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 21:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 21:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 21:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, David ran away because he was scared of King Saul, and he went to find safety with King Achish in a place called Gath. He was trying to escape from danger and find a safe place to go.

1 Samuel 21:10: And David arose, and fled that day for fear of Saul, and went to Achish the king of Gath.

Contradiction with Joshua 1:5

God promises Joshua that no man shall be able to stand before him, yet David flees from Saul, indicating fear and vulnerability before his enemies.

Joshua 1:5: There shall not any man be able to stand before thee all the days of thy life: as I was with Moses, [so] I will be with thee: I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7

This verse mentions that God has not given us a spirit of fear, but David's departure to flee from Saul suggests he was afraid.

2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Contradiction with Psalm 56:3

The verse speaks about trusting in God when afraid, but David's action of fleeing suggests a lack of trust.

Psalm 56:3: What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee.

Contradiction with Proverbs 29:25

This verse notes the fear of man brings a snare, whereas David's fear leads him to flee to Gath, putting himself in potential danger.

Proverbs 29:25: The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe. [safe: Heb. set on high]

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

The verse reassures not to fear because God is with you, yet David's flight suggests he felt alone or unprotected.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
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