Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
This verse states, "Cursed be the man that trusteth in man," which contradicts the support Jonathan provides to David, encouraging reliance on God's strength through human interaction.
Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.
Contradiction with Psalm 46:1
This verse emphasizes that "God is our refuge and strength," suggesting divine rather than human sources of strength, unlike the human encouragement given in 1 Samuel 23:16.
Psalm 46:1: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]
Contradiction with Isaiah 31:1
Here, there is a warning against seeking help from others rather than God, conflicting with Jonathan's assistance to David.
Isaiah 31:1: Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because [they are] many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!
Contradiction with Psalm 118:8
This verse declares, "It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man," contrasting the reliance on Jonathan's support in 1 Samuel 23:16.
Psalm 118:8: [It is] better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
Advises to "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding," suggesting that human counsel might not be enough or necessary in contrast to Jonathan's support.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.