Contradiction with 1 Kings 11:3
This verse highlights multiple wives for King Solomon, contradicting the practice of singular proposals seen in 1 Samuel 25:40.
1 Kings 11:3: And he had seven hundred wives, princesses, and three hundred concubines: and his wives turned away his heart.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:32
This verse on divorce highlights the sanctity and permanence of marriage, contrasting the transactional view of marriage proposals apparent in 1 Samuel 25:40.
Matthew 5:32: But I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery.
Contradiction with Genesis 2:24
The emphasis on monogamy in marriage contrasts with the polygamous context present around 1 Samuel 25:40.
Genesis 2:24: Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 17:17
The instruction not to multiply wives for a king challenges the narrative acceptance of multiple wives as seen in the context of 1 Samuel 25:40.
Deuteronomy 17:17: Neither shall he multiply wives to himself, that his heart turn not away: neither shall he greatly multiply to himself silver and gold.
Contradiction with Malachi 2:16
This verse emphasizing the sanctity and fidelity of marriage contrasts with the broader narrative surrounding multiple matrimonial arrangements in 1 Samuel 25:40.
Malachi 2:16: For the LORD, the God of Israel, saith that he hateth putting away: for [one] covereth violence with his garment, saith the LORD of hosts: therefore take heed to your spirit, that ye deal not treacherously. [that he...: or, if he hate her, put her away] [putting...: Heb. to put away]