Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 30:26

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 30:26 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 30:26. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 1 Samuel, David wanted to share gifts from what he got in battle with the leaders and his friends. He was kind and wanted to say thank you to those who helped him.

1 Samuel 30:26: And when David came to Ziklag, he sent of the spoil unto the elders of Judah, [even] to his friends, saying, Behold a present for you of the spoil of the enemies of the LORD; [present: Heb. blessing]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:3

This verse advises not to let others know about your charitable deeds, while 1 Samuel 30:26 involves sending gifts openly to others.

Matthew 6:3: But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:2

This verse suggests letting another praise you, and not your own mouth, contrasting with the act of sending gifts as in 1 Samuel 30:26, which could be seen as self-promotion.

Proverbs 27:2: Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:42

This verse encourages giving to those who ask, without reservation, whereas 1 Samuel 30:26 involves selective giving to friends.

Matthew 5:42: Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away.

Contradiction with Luke 6:35

This verse instructs to lend, expecting nothing in return, which contrasts with sending gifts with perceived mutual obligations as in 1 Samuel 30:26.

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 Proverbs 19:17

Suggests lending to the Lord by giving to the poor, whereas 1 Samuel 30:26 involves sending spoils to those who are already friends rather than the needy.

Proverbs 19:17: He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again. [that which...: or, his deed]
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