Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 30:27

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 30:27 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 30:27. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse talks about David sending gifts to his friends in different towns. It shows that David wanted to share what he had and be kind to people who helped him.

1 Samuel 30:27: To [them] which [were] in Bethel, and to [them] which [were] in south Ramoth, and to [them] which [were] in Jattir,

Contradiction with 2 Samuel 1:19

This verse speaks about the beauty of Israel being slain, which contrasts with the sense of victory and spoils of war being distributed in 1 Samuel 30:27.

2 Samuel 1:19: The beauty of Israel is slain upon thy high places: how are the mighty fallen!

Contradiction with Luke 6:29

This verse advises turning the other cheek and not resisting an evil person, contradicting the military and retaliatory actions described in 1 Samuel 30.

Luke 6:29: And unto him that smiteth thee on the [one] cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not [to take thy] coat also.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse encourages loving your enemies and blessing those who curse you, which contrasts with the context of warfare and retribution in 1 Samuel 30:27.

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 Exodus 20:13

This commandment, "Thou shalt not kill," could be seen as contradicting the context of warfare and battles leading up to 1 Samuel 30:27.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Advises against taking revenge, which contrasts with the retaliatory actions of David and his men in 1 Samuel 30.

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.
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