Contradiction with Romans 12:19
While 1 Samuel 24:17 highlights forgiveness from David towards Saul, Romans 12:19 advises against personal revenge, emphasizing God's role in vengeance, which can contradict by indicating a lack of human intervention in retribution.
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.
Contradiction with Exodus 21:24
1 Samuel 24:17 showcases mercy, while Exodus 21:24 promotes the principle of "an eye for an eye," which is about rightful retribution, thereby presenting a contrasting approach to justice.
Exodus 21:24: Eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot,
Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
1 Samuel 24:17 involves a confession of wrongdoing, whereas Matthew 5:39 suggests turning the other cheek and not resisting an evil person, presenting two different responses to wrongdoing.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17
David's actions in 1 Samuel 24:17 are of mercy, but Proverbs 24:17 advises not to rejoice when your enemy falls, which can imply a passive stance towards an enemy rather than actively showing mercy.
Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
Paradox #1
The contradiction in this verse could be seen as the conflict between justice and mercy. On one hand, the expectation of justice might suggest punishing someone who has wronged you, but the verse highlights an example of showing mercy instead. This can seem inconsistent when compared to other instances advocating for justice or retribution in similar contexts.