Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 7:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 7:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 7:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Samuel, the people of Israel were scared when they heard that their enemies, the Philistines, were coming to fight them. The Philistines knew the Israelites were together in a place called Mizpeh, so they wanted to attack them.

1 Samuel 7:7: And when the Philistines heard that the children of Israel were gathered together to Mizpeh, the lords of the Philistines went up against Israel. And when the children of Israel heard [it], they were afraid of the Philistines.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While 1 Samuel 7:7 describes fear of an approaching enemy, Matthew 5:44 encourages love and prayer for enemies.

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 Proverbs 3:25-26

1 Samuel 7:7 depicts a fearful reaction to approaching enemies, while Proverbs 3:25-26 advises against fear, trusting the Lord for safety.

Proverbs 3:25-26: Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

1 Samuel 7:7 shows fear of the Philistines, whereas Isaiah 41:10 emphasizes not fearing as God will strengthen and uphold.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Romans 8:31

1 Samuel 7:7 reflects Israel's fear of the Philistines, but Romans 8:31 declares that if God is for us, no one can be against us.

Romans 8:31: What shall we then say to these things? If God [be] for us, who [can be] against us?

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6

1 Samuel 7:7 shows anxiety due to a threat, while Philippians 4:6 encourages being anxious for nothing but praying with thanksgiving.

Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
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