Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 28:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 28:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 28:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Samuel, King Saul was very scared when he saw the large army of the Philistines, and his heart started to shake with fear. This shows us that sometimes even kings can be afraid when facing something big and scary.

1 Samuel 28:5: And when Saul saw the host of the Philistines, he was afraid, and his heart greatly trembled.

Contradiction with Joshua 1:9

Contradicts by encouraging strength and courage, whereas 1 Samuel 28:5 depicts Saul's fear.

Joshua 1:9: Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God [is] with thee whithersoever thou goest.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Contradicts by assuring God’s presence to dispel fear, unlike Saul’s fear in 1 Samuel 28:5.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7

Contradicts by stating God gives a spirit not of fear but of power, differing from Saul’s fear.

2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Contradiction with Psalm 27:1

Contradicts by proclaiming the Lord as strength, countering Saul’s fear in 1 Samuel 28:5.

Psalm 27:1: [[A Psalm] of David.] The LORD [is] my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD [is] the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?

Contradiction with Romans 8:15

Contradicts by affirming believers receive a spirit of adoption, not fear like Saul.

Romans 8:15: For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6-7

Contradicts by advising against anxiety, in contrast to the fear Saul experiences.

Philippians 4:6-7: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
← 1 Samuel 28:4
Share
1 Samuel 28:6 →
Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information shared as Polar Verses.