Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 30:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 30:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 30:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 1 Samuel, David is telling his friends that they should not be selfish because God helped them win and kept them safe. He's saying that everything they have is a gift from God, so they should share it.

1 Samuel 30:23: Then said David, Ye shall not do so, my brethren, with that which the LORD hath given us, who hath preserved us, and delivered the company that came against us into our hand.

Contradiction with Matthew 18:21-22

This verse emphasizes forgiveness and generosity in forgiving others, which can contrast with the idea of dividing spoils as a contentious point in 1 Samuel 30:23.

Matthew 18:21-22: Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times?

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:27

Encourages giving to whom it is due when it is in your power to act, potentially contradicting the idea of withholding spoils from those who were not directly involved in the battle.

Proverbs 3:27: Withhold not good from them to whom it is due, when it is in the power of thine hand to do [it]. [them...: Heb. the owners thereof]

Contradiction with Galatians 6:2

Calls for bearing one another's burdens and can contrast with the division or withholding of spoils as per one's participation in a battle.

Galatians 6:2: Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.

Paradox #1

This verse is about fairness and sharing spoils of war equally among those who fought and those who stayed behind to guard supplies. The moral conflict could arise when considering whether everyone should receive equal rewards regardless of their role. Some might argue it's unfair to reward everyone the same way, while others see the fairness in treating all contributors equally.

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