Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
This verse, "Thou shalt not kill," contradicts the implication in 1 Samuel 26:10 that God may strike down individuals.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse instructs to "love your enemies," contrasting the idea of leaving enemies to divine wrath as suggested in 1 Samuel 26:10.
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
This verse states "avenge not yourselves," which appears to contradict 1 Samuel 26:10 by emphasizing personal restraint and leaving all judgment to God rather than expecting God to act on one’s behalf.
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 26:52
This verse, "for all they that take the sword shall perish with the sword," contradicts 1 Samuel 26:10, suggesting an inevitable human consequence rather than divine intervention.
Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
Paradox #1
The contradiction in 1 Samuel 26:10 might relate to the differing views on taking justice into one’s own hands versus trusting in divine justice. On one hand, there's an expectation of letting God decide the fate of others, while on the other hand, humans often feel compelled to act to ensure justice or protection. This can lead to conflicting beliefs about when it is appropriate to intervene versus when to leave things to divine will.