Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse teaches to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, contrasting with David seeking his own preservation, which does not explicitly suggest loving his enemy Saul.
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 advises against seeking personal vengeance, whereas 1 Samuel 26:24 speaks about David's hope for the Lord to reward him, which could imply a desire for personal recompense.
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 20:22
Advises not to say, “I will repay evil,” but to wait for the Lord's deliverance, contrasting David's request for recompense in 1 Samuel 26:24.
Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
Contradiction with Luke 6:35
Encourages loving enemies and doing good without expecting anything in return, which contrasts with David's expectation of reward from the Lord for his actions against Saul.
Luke 6:35: But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and [to] the evil.
Contradiction with Exodus 21:24
The principle of "eye for eye" represents direct retribution, conflicting with David's indirect approach, expecting God to reward him for sparing Saul’s life.
Exodus 21:24: Eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot,