Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 9:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 9:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 9:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Saul was a very special and handsome young man, taller than anyone else in his country. People thought he was the best looking and nicest person around, which made him stand out.

1 Samuel 9:2: And he had a son, whose name [was] Saul, a choice young man, and a goodly: and [there was] not among the children of Israel a goodlier person than he: from his shoulders and upward [he was] higher than any of the people.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

This verse emphasizes God's focus on the heart rather than outward appearance, contradicting the emphasis on Saul's physical stature in 1 Samuel 9:2.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]

Contradiction with Matthew 23:11

This verse suggests that true greatness comes from being a servant, contrasting with the notion of Saul's greatness due to his appearance.

Matthew 23:11: But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant.

Contradiction with Proverbs 31:30

This verse downplays charm and beauty, implying that Saul's physical attributes are not what's truly valuable, contrary to their highlight in 1 Samuel 9:2.

Proverbs 31:30: Favour [is] deceitful, and beauty [is] vain: [but] a woman [that] feareth the LORD, she shall be praised.

Contradiction with James 2:1-4

These verses warn against showing favoritism based on outward appearance, which contrasts with the focus on physical looks in 1 Samuel 9:2.

James 2:1-4: My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, [the Lord] of glory, with respect of persons.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9

These verses highlight that God's ways and thoughts are unlike human standards, potentially contrasting with human emphasis on appearance as seen in 1 Samuel 9:2.

Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.
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