Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 3:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 3:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 3:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse shows that it was nighttime, and Samuel was resting in the temple where God's special chest, the Ark, was kept. It tells us that God was about to speak to Samuel while he was sleeping.

1 Samuel 3:3: And ere the lamp of God went out in the temple of the LORD, where the ark of God [was], and Samuel was laid down [to sleep];

Contradiction with 1 Kings 8:12

States that the Lord dwells in thick darkness, which contrasts with the presence of the lamp of God in 1 Samuel 3:3, suggesting divine presence through light.

1 Kings 8:12: Then spake Solomon, The LORD said that he would dwell in the thick darkness.

Contradiction with John 1:5

Describes light as shining in darkness and not being overcome, seemingly at odds with the dimming or near extinguishing of the lamp in 1 Samuel 3:3.

John 1:5: And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not. [comprehended: or, did not admit, or, receive]

Contradiction with Exodus 20:21

Mentions Moses drawing near to thick darkness where God was, contrary to the bright lamp of God near the ark mentioned in 1 Samuel 3:3.

Exodus 20:21: And the people stood afar off, and Moses drew near unto the thick darkness where God [was].

Contradiction with Revelation 22:5

Promises a future without the need for a lamp, as the Lord God gives light, contrasting the necessity of the lamp in 1 Samuel 3:3.

Revelation 22:5: And there shall be no night there; and they need no candle, neither light of the sun; for the Lord God giveth them light: and they shall reign for ever and ever.

Contradiction with Matthew 25:1-13

Parable emphasizing the need for preparedness with lamps, indirectly contrasting the notion of the lamp going out in 1 Samuel 3:3 when God is present.

Matthew 25:1-13: Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom.
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