Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 25:29

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 25:29 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 25:29. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book 1 Samuel, even though someone is trying to hurt you, God will keep you safe, like you are wrapped in a special, safe place. The bad people who want to harm you will be like stones thrown far away.

1 Samuel 25:29: Yet a man is risen to pursue thee, and to seek thy soul: but the soul of my lord shall be bound in the bundle of life with the LORD thy God; and the souls of thine enemies, them shall he sling out, [as out] of the middle of a sling. [as out...: Heb. in the midst of the bought of a sling]

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

While 1 Samuel 25:29 suggests protection against enemies, Proverbs 24:17 advises not to rejoice when your enemy falls, highlighting a contrasting attitude towards adversaries.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

1 Samuel 25:29 implies protection from enemies, whereas Matthew 5:44 instructs to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute 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 Romans 12:19

1 Samuel 25:29 speaks of being protected from enemies, but Romans 12:19 advises against seeking revenge and to leave room for 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.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

In 1 Samuel 25:29, the focus is on being safeguarded from enemies, whereas Luke 6:27 teaches to love your enemies and do good to those who hate you.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Paradox #1

1 Samuel 25:29 could be seen as conflicting with the idea of universal love and forgiveness. This verse implies selective protection and justice, which might contradict the broader biblical teaching of loving all people, including enemies.

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