Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 22:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 22:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 22:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, 1 Samuel, King Saul is calling someone named Ahimelech, and Ahimelech answers right away, saying he is ready to listen and help. It's like when a teacher calls your name, and you quickly say, "Yes, I'm here!"

1 Samuel 22:12: And Saul said, Hear now, thou son of Ahitub. And he answered, Here I [am], my lord. [Here...: Heb. Behold me]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

1 Samuel 22:12 is about King Saul speaking to someone he feels betrayed him, while Matthew 5:44 teaches to love your enemies and bless those who curse you.

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 20:13

1 Samuel 22:12 involves an inquiry preceding violence, whereas Exodus 20:13 prohibits murder, highlighting a contradiction in responses to perceived betrayal.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

In 1 Samuel 22:12, Saul is preparing to enact vengeance, whereas Romans 12:19 advises against taking revenge, emphasizing leaving it to God's wrath.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
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