Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 6:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 6:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 6:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, the cows went straight down the road without turning to the sides, making noises as they walked. The important leaders followed them to make sure they reached a place called Bethshemesh.

1 Samuel 6:12: And the kine took the straight way to the way of Bethshemesh, [and] went along the highway, lowing as they went, and turned not aside [to] the right hand or [to] the left; and the lords of the Philistines went after them unto the border of Bethshemesh.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

This verse advises trusting in the Lord and not relying on one's understanding, which contrasts with the Philistines relying on observation of the cows' path to determine God's will.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with John 20:29

This verse highlights the blessing of believing without seeing, contrasting with the need for the Philistines to see the cows' direction to confirm God's presence.

John 20:29: Jesus saith unto him, Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed: blessed [are] they that have not seen, and [yet] have believed.

Contradiction with Matthew 4:7

This verse cautions against testing God, which contradicts with the Philistines testing God by seeing if the cows would go to Beth-shemesh.

Matthew 4:7: Jesus said unto him, It is written again, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God. [tempt: or, try, or, put to trial, or, proof]

← 1 Samuel 6:11

1 Samuel 6:13 →

Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information shared as Polar Verses.