Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Samuel 1:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Samuel 1:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Samuel 1:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse shows a moment where someone sees another person and calls out to them for help. The person is ready to help and responds by saying, "Here I am."

2 Samuel 1:7: And when he looked behind him, he saw me, and called unto me. And I answered, Here [am] I. [Here...: Heb. Behold me]

Contradiction with 2 Samuel 1:10

This verse contradicts 2 Samuel 1:7 by describing the Amalekite's claim of killing Saul at his request, while 2 Samuel 1:7 refers to Saul recognizing and being pursued by the Amalekite, suggesting a context of combat rather than a mercy killing request.

2 Samuel 1:10: So I stood upon him, and slew him, because I was sure that he could not live after that he was fallen: and I took the crown that [was] upon his head, and the bracelet that [was] on his arm, and have brought them hither unto my lord.
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