Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
1 Samuel 26:2 involves Saul seeking to kill David, which contradicts the commandment "Thou shalt not kill."
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
1 Samuel 26:2 involves pursuing an enemy to harm, contrasting with the teaching to "Love your enemies."
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 26:2 reflects personal vengeance, contradicting "avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord."
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 Proverbs 25:21
1 Samuel 26:2 displays hostility, contrary to "If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink."
Proverbs 25:21: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
Contradiction with Titus 3:2
1 Samuel 26:2 shows aggression towards another, contradicting "To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men."
Titus 3:2: To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, [but] gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.
Paradox #1
Some people suggest there might be a contradiction because in the chapters around 1 Samuel 26, King Saul appears to have forgiven David and promised not to harm him. Yet here, Saul is once again pursuing David. This inconsistency raises questions about continuity in Saul's actions.