Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 25:31

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 25:31 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 25:31. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Samuel, this verse tells us that a kind lady is asking a man named David not to be upset or feel bad about something he might do wrong. She hopes that when God blesses David, he will remember her kindness.

1 Samuel 25:31: That this shall be no grief unto thee, nor offence of heart unto my lord, either that thou hast shed blood causeless, or that my lord hath avenged himself: but when the LORD shall have dealt well with my lord, then remember thine handmaid. [no grief: Heb. no staggering, or, stumbling]

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

This verse advises waiting on the Lord for salvation instead of seeking personal revenge, which can contrast with taking action to prevent grief.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Instructs not to avenge oneself but to leave room for God's wrath, opposing the idea of personal efforts to avoid grief as suggested in 1 Samuel 25:31.

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 Matthew 5:39

Advocates for turning the other cheek instead of stopping actions that might lead to grief, promoting non-retaliation.

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.
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