Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 29:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 29:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 29:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Samuel, this verse is about David being asked to leave early in the morning with his men. The idea is to go quietly and peacefully without causing any trouble.

1 Samuel 29:10: Wherefore now rise up early in the morning with thy master's servants that are come with thee: and as soon as ye be up early in the morning, and have light, depart.

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

While 1 Samuel 29:10 involves being dismissed and returning in peace, Exodus 14:14 emphasizes waiting as the Lord fights for you, implying staying rather than leaving.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

1 Samuel 29:10 involves departing from potential enemies, whereas Matthew 5:44 instructs to love and pray for enemies rather than leaving them.

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 Proverbs 25:26

1 Samuel 29:10 depicts a peaceful departure, but Proverbs 25:26 warns against the righteous yielding before the wicked.

Proverbs 25:26: A righteous man falling down before the wicked [is as] a troubled fountain, and a corrupt spring.

Contradiction with Acts 5:29

1 Samuel 29:10 shows obedience to a human command, but Acts 5:29 stresses obeying God rather than human authorities.

Acts 5:29: Then Peter and the [other] apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.

Contradiction with James 1:12

While 1 Samuel 29:10 sees an immediate departure, James 1:12 speaks of enduring trials for a future reward, suggesting staying rather than an immediate exit.

James 1:12: Blessed [is] the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.
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