Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 23:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 23:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 23:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Samuel, David is asking God if the people in the town of Keilah will hand him over to King Saul, who wants to capture him. God answers David and says that King Saul will come to the town.

1 Samuel 23:11: Will the men of Keilah deliver me up into his hand? will Saul come down, as thy servant hath heard? O LORD God of Israel, I beseech thee, tell thy servant. And the LORD said, He will come down.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

This verse suggests God has plans for prosperity and hope, implying a sense of certainty and protection, in contrast to the uncertainty and threat Saul presents to David.

Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]

Contradiction with Romans 8:28

This verse emphasizes that all things work together for good for those who love God, suggesting a positive outcome regardless of circumstances, contrasting with David's fear of betrayal and attack.

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

The verse assures God's support and strength, contradicting David's fears and the potential betrayal by the people of Keilah expressed in 1 Samuel 23:11.

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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