Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Samuel 9:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Samuel 9:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Samuel 9:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Samuel, this verse shows that Samuel, a prophet, is making sure that a special meal is prepared just for Saul. It's like when someone saves a special piece of cake for you because you are important to them.

1 Samuel 9:23: And Samuel said unto the cook, Bring the portion which I gave thee, of which I said unto thee, Set it by thee.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

This verse emphasizes that God looks at the heart, whereas 1 Samuel 9:23 deals with selecting the best portion of food, focusing on outward appearance or status.

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 1 Corinthians 8:8

Paul states that food does not bring us closer to God, which contradicts the special importance given to the portion in 1 Samuel 9:23.

1 Corinthians 8:8: But meat commendeth us not to God: for neither, if we eat, are we the better; neither, if we eat not, are we the worse. [are we the better: or, have we the more] [are we the worse: or, have we the less]

Contradiction with Matthew 23:25

Jesus criticizes focusing on outward cleanliness while neglecting inner purity, contrasting with the significance placed on a select meal in 1 Samuel 9:23.

Matthew 23:25: Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye make clean the outside of the cup and of the platter, but within they are full of extortion and excess.

Contradiction with James 2:1-4

James warns against showing favoritism, while acceptance of the best portion reflects a form of favoritism in 1 Samuel 9:23.

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 Romans 14:17

Paul speaks of the Kingdom of God not being about eating, which contrasts with the emphasis on food given in 1 Samuel 9:23.

Romans 14:17: For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
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